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Little Bee-eater

Merops pusillus

Taxonomy

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

About

The little bee-eater (Merops pusillus) is a near passerine bird in the bee-eater family Meropidae. It is resident in much of Sub-Saharan Africa. It should not be confused with the little green bee-eater, Merops orientalis. Migration is limited to seasonal movements depending on rainfall patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Little Bee-eater?
The scientific name of Little Bee-eater is Merops pusillus.
What is the conservation status of Little Bee-eater?
The Little Bee-eater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Little Bee-eater belong to?
Little Bee-eater belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Little Bee-eater belong to?
Little Bee-eater belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Little Bee-eater belong to?
Little Bee-eater belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Little Bee-eater belong to?
Little Bee-eater belongs to the order Coraciiformes.
What family does Little Bee-eater belong to?
Little Bee-eater belongs to the family Meropidae.
What genus does Little Bee-eater belong to?
Little Bee-eater belongs to the genus Merops.