Rufous-crowned Bee-eater

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Merops americanus

Rufous-crowned Bee-eater, a reference photo
Photo: markaharper1 · CC BY-SA 2.0 (licence)

The rufous-crowned bee-eater (Merops americanus) 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.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Rufous-crowned Bee-eater being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Coraciiformes
Family
Meropidae
Genus
Merops
Species
Merops americanus

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