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European Bee-eater

Merops apiaster

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Coraciiformes ›Family: Meropidae ›Genus: Merops

About

The European bee-eater (Merops apiaster) is a near passerine bird in the bee-eater family Meropidae. The genus name Merops is Ancient Greek for "bee-eater", and apiaster is Latin, also meaning "bee-eater", from apis, "bee". It breeds in southern Europe and in parts of north Africa and western Asia. It is strongly migratory, wintering in tropical Africa. This species occurs as a spring overshoot north of its range, with occasional breeding in northwest Europe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European Bee-eater?
The scientific name of European Bee-eater is Merops apiaster.
What kingdom does European Bee-eater belong to?
European Bee-eater belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does European Bee-eater belong to?
European Bee-eater belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does European Bee-eater belong to?
European Bee-eater belongs to the class Aves.
What order does European Bee-eater belong to?
European Bee-eater belongs to the order Coraciiformes.
What family does European Bee-eater belong to?
European Bee-eater belongs to the family Meropidae.
What genus does European Bee-eater belong to?
European Bee-eater belongs to the genus Merops.