About the Chestnut Bunting
The Chestnut Bunting (Emberiza rutila) is a species of bird in the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 44 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chebun1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Buntings (Emberizidae) |
| Species | Emberiza rutila |
| Species Codes | chebun1, CHBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut Bunting belong to?
The Chestnut Bunting (Emberiza rutila) belongs to the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut Bunting?
The Chestnut Bunting is a member of the Old World Buntings family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chestnut Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chebun1, or on iNaturalist.