About the Blue-cheeked Bee-eater
The Blue-cheeked Bee-eater (Merops persicus) 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 bcbeat1 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 persicus |
| Species Codes | bcbeat1, BCBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-cheeked Bee-eater belong to?
The Blue-cheeked Bee-eater (Merops persicus) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-cheeked Bee-eater?
The Blue-cheeked 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-cheeked Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-cheeked Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bcbeat1, or on iNaturalist.