About the Meadow Bunting
The Meadow Bunting (Emberiza cioides) 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 meabun1 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 cioides |
| Species Codes | meabun1, MEBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Meadow Bunting belong to?
The Meadow Bunting (Emberiza cioides) belongs to the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Meadow Bunting?
The Meadow 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 Meadow Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Meadow Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code meabun1, or on iNaturalist.