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