About the Northern Carmine Bee-eater
The Northern Carmine Bee-eater (Merops nubicus) 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 ncbeat1 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 nubicus |
| Species Codes | ncbeat1, NCBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Carmine Bee-eater belong to?
The Northern Carmine Bee-eater (Merops nubicus) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Northern Carmine Bee-eater?
The Northern Carmine 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 Northern Carmine Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Carmine Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ncbeat1, or on iNaturalist.