The white-throated bee-eater (Merops albicollis) is a species of bee-eater found in sub-Saharan Africa. Here’s a description of its distribution by country:

1. Senegal to Sudan: White-throated bee-eaters are found in a broad band stretching from Senegal in West Africa, across the Sahel region, and into Sudan in East Africa.
2. Gambia: They are found in Gambia, particularly in wooded areas and savannas.
3. Guinea-Bissau: White-throated bee-eaters are also present in Guinea-Bissau, where they inhabit forest edges and clearings.
4. Guinea: They inhabit Guinea, where they are found in forested areas and savannas.
5. Sierra Leone: In Sierra Leone, white-throated bee-eaters are found in forested areas and wooded savannas.
6. Liberia: They are found in Liberia, particularly in forested habitats and savannas.
7. Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoire): White-throated bee-eaters are native to Ivory Coast, where they inhabit various habitats including woodlands, savannas, and agricultural areas.
8. Ghana: They are found in Ghana, particularly in wooded areas and savannas.
9. Nigeria: White-throated bee-eaters are found in Nigeria, where they inhabit a variety of habitats including forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
10. Cameroon: They are native to Cameroon, where they are found in forested areas and savannas.
11. Central African Republic (CAR): In the Central African Republic, white-throated bee-eaters are found in various habitats including forests and savannas.
12. Chad: They inhabit Chad, particularly in wooded areas, savannas, and along watercourses.
13. Sudan: White-throated bee-eaters are found in Sudan, particularly in savannas and woodland areas.

White-throated bee-eaters are often found in open woodlands, savannas, and forest edges where they hunt insects, especially bees and wasps, which they catch in flight using their sharp bills. They are known for their distinctive bright plumage, which includes a white throat patch, green wings, and a blue tail. These birds are migratory and can be found in various habitats throughout their range, depending on the season and availability of food.