About the Rufous-crowned Bee-eater
The rufous-crowned bee-eater is a species of bird in the family Meropidae. It is endemic to the Philippines, where it is widely distributed. Despite its scientific name, it is not found in the New World, and its name is likely erroneous.
Source: Wikipedia
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 species of bird in the family Meropidae. It is endemic to the Philippines, where it is widely distributed. Despite its scientific name, it is not found in the New World, and its name is likely erroneous....
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.
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