About the Blue-bearded Bee-eater
The Blue-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis athertoni) 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 bbbeat1 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 | Nyctyornis athertoni |
| Species Codes | bbbeat1, BBBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-bearded Bee-eater belong to?
The Blue-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis athertoni) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-bearded Bee-eater?
The Blue-bearded 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 Blue-bearded Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-bearded Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bbbeat1, or on iNaturalist.