Bee-eaters are moderately large birds (depending on the species they reach 6 to 14 inches) that can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. They are predominantly brilliant green with additional red, yellow, purple and blue tones.
They use their strong, medium length, pointed beaks to catch insects — mostly bees (hence the name) and wasps but not only. Bee-eaters are fierce hunters, having to catch their meal mid-air. They are also very social birds — their colonies are large, usually with over 100 members, sometimes as many as 200 if the conditions permit it. The scientists believe the bee-eaters can recognize their keen — parents, siblings — by voice.