Home to as many as 237 resident avians of which 34 are endemic,
and another 216 species recorded to be purely migratory, Sri Lanka
is a much sought after destination for birdwatching. Bee-eaters
amongst them are a fairly common group of birds, where only four
species are found here. These are colourful birds that dart across
the sky with a characteristic black stripe across their eyes, yet
are sparingly ‘small-medium’ sized. True to their name they feed on
bees, and other flying insects that are ‘snatchable’ mid-air.
Bee-eaters can be found almost anywhere in the island, and far
from being shy they are well adapted to settle in and around human
areas.
Details from : exploresrilanka.lk
Captured by : Pasindu Fernando
Captured Location : Yala