Wednesday 17 May 2017

Algarve and the Bee Eater 2017

Hello Everyone!:) It's a pleasure to be back home, ...where it is now lovely warm weather, and I'm feeling so much better. The break has done me good, and I have lots of goodies to share,...birds, butterflies insects, flowers, and so much more,... but the highlight of our holiday, without any doubt was meeting up with an old friend, and seeing  and photographing the many beautiful Bee Eaters. We knew where their nesting sights were this time, and went to look for them on the very next day, so this is where I'll begin. I hope you are all in the best of health, and I'm looking forward to visiting you all as soon as I can.


The Bee Eater  Merops apiaster

They catch insects in flight, often high up in the air.
 


The Bee Eaters plumage has very brilliant colours, though these are not especially luminous, therefore usually require a perched bird, and moderate range to be fully enjoyed.


We had parked the car, just off the main dirt road where their nests were, and I waited behind the trunk, before I finally got lucky and took a series of shots of not only one, but two Bee Eaters.

 

Fortunately they liked to perch out in plain sight, on fences, and on old lichen covered trees.

 
WILD BIRD WEDNESDAY

SATURDAY'S CRITTERS
I'D-RATHER-B-BIRDIN

47 comments:

MadSnapper said...

I am so very happy to see your post pop up today, I have missed your stunning photos. wow on this birds colorful plumage. just beautiful.. welcome home and I hope all is well with you now

Michelle said...

The Bee Eater is quite an attractive bird!

Phil Slade said...

Those are just super Bee Eater pics. Of course we saw them every day in Menorca where they are rather shy. It's only be staying in a car close to a colony or overhead wires that I can get pictures. Didn't get any this year because of my broken 400mm! But I'm working on it.

I'm so pleased you are feeling btter now that the warm weather has arrived. it must be 25 degrees or more by now?

Stuart Price said...

What a great looking bird this is.........

LV said...

What a interesting and informative bird sharing. Never have seen one of these. Very pretty and do good getting rid of bugs.

Mike Attwood said...

Nice to have you back, and what a set of pictures to come back with.
Mike.

Ana Mínguez Corella said...

Nice shots of bee-eater.. Congrats..

FAB said...

Delighted to hear you are feeling much better.

Super shots of the so colourful Bee-eater. I saw plenty in Greece but typically none sat still enough for a photo-call.

P.S. Your comment cam through ok on my recent post.

Rajesh said...

Very beautiful bird.

eileeninmd said...

Hello, your bee-eater is a gorgeous bird! I would love to see one of them in the wild. . Lucky you, lovely photos! Enjoy your day and the week ahead!

sami niilola said...

Bee Eater is a beautiful, colorful bird. Great photos.

matti niilola said...

Wow. This bird are so beautiful. Awesome photos.

Debbie said...

awwww, welcome home - i missed you while you were gone!! this bird and your images, STUNNING!!! i'm so happy to see it as your header, now i will be reminded of this beautiful bird each time i visit!!!

WoW, WoW, WoW and such a beautiful, leafless tree!!!

Lowcarb team member said...

Lovely to see you back and to read you are feeling much better.
Love your photographs these bee-eaters are so colourful.

My good wishes ... and I have to ask - did you bring another creamer home?

All the best Jan

This N That said...

Beautiful bird..You were lucky to be able to capture it..Wonderful pictures..

A Colorful World said...

Oh such gorgeous birds! Great shots! Glad you are home and refreshed.

The Furry Gnome said...

Amazing birds!

Linda said...

So colorful! I've never seen one of those.

LEN said...

Lovely to see you in April. The birds I saw fleetingly, which I thought were bee-eaters, may not have been, because I do not recall seeing such brightly coloured plumage. As usual, you have waited for the moment and captured some wonderful images. I love your photography and wish I could have shared a photographing trip with you. Maybe one day?!

Nancy Chan said...

Welcome back to blogging world! Glad that you had a wonderful break. The bee eater bird is beautiful with its colourful feathers. Looking forward to see your holiday postings.

Richard Pegler said...

Hi Sonjia. So pleased to hear that the warmth of the Algarve has alleviated your problems - I hope that the benefits are lasting.

Your images of the Bee-eater are delightful. You've captured the amazing plumage of this fabulous bird perfectly, and I'm much impressed that you've even got one with its lunch in its bill!

I hope your days continue to be bright and warm, and I'm looking forward to seeing your Little Owl!

Best wishes - - - Richard

Teresa said...

Bienvenida. Me alegra verte. Los abejarucos son preciosos por aquí hay bastantes. Besitos.

Ida said...

I have never seen or heard of this bird before. It's really very pretty. So many different feather colors.

Hootin Anni said...

Incredible beauty! The colors are so vibrant. Glad reading about you feeling well & that your time away did wonders.

Bob Bushell said...

Aren't they wonderful, well taken.

Nick Morgan said...

Great to hear from you again Sonjia. I love your pictures of the Bee Eaters. They remind me of my childhood in the Camargue. I have never been able to get close to them recently on our holidays to take photographs. I think a bit of local knowledge is needed!!

David M. Gascoigne, said...

Stunning shots of the Bee-eaters - such an enigmatic family.

Les Fous du Cap said...

Cet oiseau est vraiment magnifique ;-)
Céline & Philippe

eileeninmd said...

Hello, one is my favorite birds seen in your part of the world! Lucky you, great sighting! Your photos are stunning!

Thank you so much for linking up and sharing your post! Happy Saturday, enjoy your weekend!

hmuxo said...

This bird has to be the prettiest I've seen in awhile.. The colors are unbelievable Sonjia!!! I'm glad you shared with us!!!

Phil Slade said...

Hi Sonija. I guess I will have to wait until September to see Bee Eaters again. There should be one or two late migrants in Greece than.

DeniseinVA said...

My goodness, such a gorgeous bird. The feather coloring is phenomenal.

Lea said...

Wonderful photos of an amazingly colorful bird!

A Colorful World said...

Your bee eater photos are marvelous! I am so glad you had a great vacation!

Helma said...

Welcome back Sonjia,
It's nice to read that the warmth has done you well :-)
You are also spoiled by these beautiful pictures of the bee-eater.
Really very pretty.
A hug.

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

You must have been so happy to see your photos and know you had captured the bee! Beautiful coloring too! WOW! What gorgeous feathers! Hugs!

Tom said...

...what a pretty bird, one that is new to me!

NatureFootstep said...

I love Bee-eaters and your shots are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing :)

Anni said...

I do thank you so much for sharing this with us birders at I'd Rather B Birdin'...it's always a pleasure visiting!!

As I posted earlier, exceptional beauty here.

Gordon said...

Hello, What stunning photos of the Bee eaters, beautiful colours, and thank you for looking into my blog Gordon.

Jean said...

Wow, what a beautiful and colorful bird!

Sharon Wagner said...

Ooh, What a beauty. Definitely breathtaking.

carol l mckenna said...

What a beautiful bird and wonderful photography ~ thanks,

Happy Week ahead to you ~ ^_^

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

Those are just possibly the most beautiful birds I've ever seen -- those colors are amazing. I'm glad you had a good visit with your dear friend ... and what a bonus to see these lovely birds.

WElcome back!!

Stewart M said...

What wonderful birds - we have a different species of bee-eater here in Australia - I love them every time I see one. Not see this species yet - one day!

Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

Debbie said...

i just wanted to say thank you, for your beautiful comment about my home!!!

orchid0324 said...

Dearest Breathtaking; What a fantastic and colorful birdie Bee Eater is☆☆☆ I LOVE your header as well♫♫♫
Sending Lots of Love and Hugs from Japan to my Dear friend, xoxo Miyako*

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