All birds of this species have bright and variegated plumage of predominantly yellow shades interspersed with red, sky blue, red, black and brown. The birds are small and prefer to live in mild climates. The humid tropical zone is ideal for them. Those species that are found on the territory of Russia are migratory birds and leave these territories with the onset of cold weather. Crustacean birds are monogamous and choose their mate once. Birds settle in large colonies, laying up to ten elongated eggs at a time.
Kingfisher family
These are small birds with variegated plumage, which stand out with a large beak. Depending on the diet, the beak may differ in appearance, but always remains strong enough to handle prey. Only one species of kingfisher lives on the territory of Europe, and as many as four on the territory of Russia. These birds prefer to settle near water bodies or in forests, depending on the main type of food.
Common kingfisher
Red nosed kingfisher
Freckles winter
The Rat family
Birds of this species have an elongated, slender body and are distinguished by a high flight speed. They have a fairly dense plumage of bright colors. The beak, like the body, also has an elongated shape. Their main diet consists of various insects, which birds catch on the fly. Their high flight speed allows them to catch even the smallest and most agile prey.
Golden beetle
Night bee-eater
Family of Land Raksha
Terrestrial Raksha prefer a tropical climate and prefer to live on the territory of the island of Madagascar. Birds spend most of their time on the ground, digging insects and worms from soft soil with sharp claws. Rakshas nest in special burrows, which are dug out with rare skill. The body length of some species can even reach half a meter.
Short-legged earthen raksha
Scaled earthen raksha
Earthen raksha-atelornis
Long-tailed earthen raksha
Family Sizovoronkovye
Small birds with strong enough wings and very keen eyesight. Their food is based on insects, which birds look out for from trees or other hills. They have bright plumage, suitable for tropical vegetation. They have a fairly high flight speed and are able to break the shell of any prey with their sharp beak.
Common Roller
Shirokorot
Hoopoe family
This family consists of only one species that is found today. The hoopoe is a fairly large bird with a high tuft of hair and a long tail. The appearance of the hoopoe is quite memorable and cannot be confused with another species of bird. Hoopoes have a long beak, with the help of which they hunt insects, taking them out of their holes or simply looking out in the grass.
Hoopoe is heavenly
Conclusion
The appearance of these birds indicates their tropical origin. They are rarely found on the territory of Russia and therefore are a desirable object for the study of many researchers. Photographers from many well-known publications undertake entire expeditions to capture these rare feathered creatures on film. In order to meet these birds, you need to choose the right time. They arrive in early April and leave the country with the first signs of cold weather. This is usually the beginning or mid-October. Therefore, if you have a desire to get to know Raksha-like better, it is better to take a vacation in the summer.
