About the Asian Green Bee-eater
The Asian Green Bee-eater (Merops orientalis) is a species of bird in the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), within the order Coraciiformes. This family contains 31 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code grnbee3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Coraciiformes |
| Family | Bee-eaters (Meropidae) |
| Species | Merops orientalis |
| Species Codes | grnbee3, AGBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Asian Green Bee-eater belong to?
The Asian Green Bee-eater (Merops orientalis) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Asian Green Bee-eater?
The Asian Green Bee-eater is a member of the Bee-eaters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Asian Green Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Asian Green Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grnbee3, or on iNaturalist.