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2826 A Portrait - Carmine Bee-Eaters
Okavango River, Botswana
Named for their exquisite flame coloring, a pair of southern carmine bee-eaters share a perch from which they will alternate periods of resting and hunting for flying insects. The color called carmine refers to shades of the deepest, richest reds, from rubies to blood. Known for their acrobatic prowess, bee-eaters capture their prey mid-flight, their long beaks allowing them to make a meal of bees and even large wasps. By tapping the bodies of their prey against trees, logs and rocks, they succeed in knocking off the stingers, making for a safe, nontoxic lunch that is very high in protein. Edition of 950.
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