About the Böhm's Bee-eater
The Böhm's Bee-eater (Merops boehmi) 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 bobeat1 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 boehmi |
| Species Codes | bobeat1, BÖBE, BBEA, BOBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Böhm's Bee-eater belong to?
The Böhm's Bee-eater (Merops boehmi) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Böhm's Bee-eater?
The Böhm's 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 Böhm's Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Böhm's Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bobeat1, or on iNaturalist.