About the Corn Bunting
The Corn Bunting (Emberiza calandra) 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 corbun1 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 calandra |
| Species Codes | corbun1, COBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Corn Bunting belong to?
The Corn Bunting (Emberiza calandra) belongs to the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Corn Bunting?
The Corn 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 Corn Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Corn Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code corbun1, or on iNaturalist.