About the Blue-moustached Bee-eater
The Blue-moustached Bee-eater (Merops mentalis) 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 bumbee1 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 mentalis |
| Species Codes | bumbee1, BMBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-moustached Bee-eater belong to?
The Blue-moustached Bee-eater (Merops mentalis) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-moustached Bee-eater?
The Blue-moustached 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-moustached Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-moustached Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bumbee1, or on iNaturalist.