About the Somali Bee-eater
The Somali Bee-eater (Merops revoilii) 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 sobeat1 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 revoilii |
| Species Codes | sobeat1, SBEA, SOBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Somali Bee-eater belong to?
The Somali Bee-eater (Merops revoilii) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Somali Bee-eater?
The Somali 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 Somali Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Somali Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sobeat1, or on iNaturalist.