About the Blue-tailed Bee-eater
The Blue-tailed Bee-eater (Merops philippinus) 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 btbeat1 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 philippinus |
| Species Codes | btbeat1, BTBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-tailed Bee-eater belong to?
The Blue-tailed Bee-eater (Merops philippinus) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-tailed Bee-eater?
The Blue-tailed 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-tailed Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-tailed Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code btbeat1, or on iNaturalist.