Order
Coraciiformes
Family
Meropidae
Genus
Merops
Species
pusillus
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Location Photographed
Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Zimbabwe
Number of Sub-Species
0
Migratory or Resident
Limited migration based on seasonal movements depending upon rainfall.
Preferred Habitat
Open country with bushes preferably near water.
Distribution and Range
Sub Sahara Africa
Food
From an open perch will spot and then fly out to catch on the wing bees, wasps and hornets.