Grey Bunting
Emberiza variabilis
The Grey Bunting (Emberiza variabilis) is a rare old world bunting found in 5 countries, weighing about 24 g. The grey bunting is a species of bird in the family Emberizidae.
About the Grey Bunting
The grey bunting is a species of bird in the family Emberizidae.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in United States.
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, December, with peak activity in February. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Grey Bunting look like?
- The grey bunting is a species of bird in the family Emberizidae.
- How big is a Grey Bunting?
- The Grey Bunting is a small sized bird weighing about 24 g.
- Where can you see a Grey Bunting?
- The Grey Bunting occurs in 5 countries, including Japan, Taiwan, Russia and South Korea.
- What birds look similar to a Grey Bunting?
- The Grey Bunting is most easily confused with the Ochre-rumped Bunting, the Gosling's Bunting and the Cinereous Bunting.
- Is the Grey Bunting endangered?
- The Grey Bunting is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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