Yellow-throated Bunting
Emberiza elegans
The Yellow-throated Bunting (Emberiza elegans) is a uncommon old world bunting found in 11 countries, weighing about 17 g. The yellow-throated bunting, also known as the elegant bunting, is a species of bird in the family Emberizidae.










About the Yellow-throated Bunting
The yellow-throated bunting, also known as the elegant bunting, is a species of bird in the family Emberizidae.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Norway, Sweden, United States.
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, October, November, December, with peak activity in November. It is a variable species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Yellow-throated Bunting look like?
- The yellow-throated bunting, also known as the elegant bunting, is a species of bird in the family Emberizidae.
- How big is a Yellow-throated Bunting?
- The Yellow-throated Bunting is a small sized bird weighing about 17 g.
- Where can you see a Yellow-throated Bunting?
- The Yellow-throated Bunting occurs in 11 countries, including South Korea, China, Taiwan, Japan and Russia.
- What birds look similar to a Yellow-throated Bunting?
- The Yellow-throated Bunting is most easily confused with the Black-headed Bunting, the Lark-like Bunting and the Meadow Bunting.
- Is the Yellow-throated Bunting endangered?
- The Yellow-throated Bunting is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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