About the Black-headed Bee-eater
The Black-headed Bee-eater (Merops breweri) 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 bhbeat1 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 breweri |
| Species Codes | bhbeat1, BHBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-headed Bee-eater belong to?
The Black-headed Bee-eater (Merops breweri) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Black-headed Bee-eater?
The Black-headed 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 Black-headed Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-headed Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bhbeat1, or on iNaturalist.