Cinnamon-chested Bee-eater
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    Cinnamon-chested Bee-eater

    Merops oreobates

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    Quick Facts

    Mass0.0261 kg

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    The cinnamon-chested bee-eater is a species of bird in the family Meropidae. It is mainly native to the Albertine Rift montane forests and the East African montane forests of East Africa, in the regions surrounding Lake Victoria.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Cinnamon-chested Bee-eater. Sightings recorded in 46 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    East Africa
    Nyungwe National ParkWestern Rwanda Albertine Rift Forests, Rwanda
    Rare
    Aberdare Country Club Sanctuary ConservancyLaikipia & Mount Kenya Region, Kenya
    Rare
    Ngare NdareLaikipia & Mount Kenya Region, Kenya
    Rare
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