About the Crested Bunting
The Crested Bunting (Emberiza lathami) 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 crebun1 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 lathami |
| Species Codes | crebun1, CRBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Crested Bunting belong to?
The Crested Bunting (Emberiza lathami) belongs to the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Crested Bunting?
The Crested 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 Crested Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Crested Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crebun1, or on iNaturalist.