Slaty Bunting
Emberiza siemsseni
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAves (Birds)
- OrderPasseriformes (Perching Birds)
- FamilyEmberizidae (Old World Buntings)
- GenusEmberiza (Old World Buntings)
- SpeciesEmberiza siemsseni (Slaty Bunting)
About the Slaty Bunting
The slaty bunting (Emberiza siemsseni) is a species of bird in the family Emberizidae. An adult slaty bunting measures 13 centimetres (5.1 in) in length and weighs 20 grams (0.71 oz). The plumages are brown and highly distinctive with unusual tail feathers which are broad towards the tip. Its bill is comparatively small and neat.
It is endemic to China. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist shrubland. Slaty bunting's diet includes seeds, insects, and other small invertebrates. The population of Slaty bunting is not globally threatened. However, migration and clearing of vegetation for agriculture are some of the threats facing this species in China.
Misachi, John (31 October 2016). "Bird Species Native to China". WorldAtlas. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Slaty Bunting in Jiuzhaigou National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jiuzhaigou National Park | 🇨🇳 China |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Slaty Bunting in Jiuzhaigou National Park?
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Slaty Bunting sighting in Jiuzhaigou National Park, based on 6 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Slaty Bunting in Jiuzhaigou National Park?
October has the highest sighting rate for Slaty Bunting in Jiuzhaigou National Park in our monthly data.