About the Southern Carmine Bee-eater
The Southern Carmine Bee-eater (Merops nubicoides) 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 scbeat1 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 nubicoides |
| Species Codes | scbeat1, SCBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Carmine Bee-eater belong to?
The Southern Carmine Bee-eater (Merops nubicoides) belongs to the Bee-eaters family (Meropidae), in the order Coraciiformes.
How can I identify the Southern Carmine Bee-eater?
The Southern 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 Southern Carmine Bee-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Carmine Bee-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scbeat1, or on iNaturalist.