About the Chestnut-headed Bee-eater
The Chestnut-headed Bee-eater (Merops leschenaulti) 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 chbeat1 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 leschenaulti |
| Species Codes | chbeat1, CHBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-headed Bee-eater belong to?
The Chestnut-headed Bee-eater (Merops leschenaulti) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-headed Bee-eater?
The Chestnut-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 Chestnut-headed Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-headed Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chbeat1, or on iNaturalist.