About the Little Bee-eater
The Little Bee-eater (Merops pusillus) 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 libeat1 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 pusillus |
| Species Codes | libeat1, LBEA, LIBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Bee-eater belong to?
The Little Bee-eater (Merops pusillus) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Little Bee-eater?
The Little 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 Little Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code libeat1, or on iNaturalist.