About the Olive Bee-eater
The Olive Bee-eater (Merops superciliosus) 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 mabeat1 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 superciliosus |
| Species Codes | mabeat1, OLBE, OBEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Olive Bee-eater belong to?
The Olive Bee-eater (Merops superciliosus) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Olive Bee-eater?
The Olive 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 Olive Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Olive Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mabeat1, or on iNaturalist.