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Rare Bee-Eater birds spotted in Cumbria

A rare and colourful breed of bird has been spotted in Cumbria, and it's expected to draw thousands of visitors over the summer.

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Visit bee-eaters before they fly the nest

Rare bee-eater Credit: ITV Border

Thousands of bird watchers have visited a Cumbrian quarry to catch a glimpse of two pairs of rare bee-eaters.

Since the start of August three-thousand-five-hundred twitchers have headed to Low Gelt Quarry near Brampton.

The birds and their chicks are expected to leave the nest next month.

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