About the Blue-headed Bee-eater
The Blue-headed Bee-eater (Merops muelleri) 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 bhbeat2 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 muelleri |
| Species Codes | bhbeat2, BHBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-headed Bee-eater belong to?
The Blue-headed Bee-eater (Merops muelleri) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-headed Bee-eater?
The Blue-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 Blue-headed Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-headed Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bhbeat2, or on iNaturalist.