About the Rufous-crowned Bee-eater
The Rufous-crowned Bee-eater (Merops americanus) 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 rucbee1 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 americanus |
| Species Codes | rucbee1, RCBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-crowned Bee-eater belong to?
The Rufous-crowned Bee-eater (Merops americanus) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-crowned Bee-eater?
The Rufous-crowned 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 Rufous-crowned Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-crowned Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rucbee1, or on iNaturalist.