About the Blue-breasted Bee-eater
The Blue-breasted Bee-eater (Merops variegatus) 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 bbbeat2 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 variegatus |
| Species Codes | bbbeat2, BBBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-breasted Bee-eater belong to?
The Blue-breasted Bee-eater (Merops variegatus) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-breasted Bee-eater?
The Blue-breasted 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-breasted Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-breasted Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bbbeat2, or on iNaturalist.