European Bee-eater Merops apiaster on Robben Island

A rare sighting of six European Bee-eaters (Merops apiaster) on Robben Island, South Africa, was documented on December 29, 2016. This observation marks the first recorded instance of this species on the island in the 21st century, contributing to a total of 133 bird species identified there during this period. The study, published in Biodiversity Observations, highlights the significance of Robben Island as a biodiversity hotspot within Table Bay. While the research primarily focuses on documenting the occurrence, it underscores the importance of monitoring and conserving such unique avian records for ecological insights.

Braimoh, B., & López Gómez, M. (2016). European Bee-eater Merops apiaster on Robben Island. Biodiversity Observations, 1–3. https://doi.org/10.15641/bo.395