About the Slaty Bunting
The Slaty Bunting (Emberiza siemsseni) 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 slabun1 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 siemsseni |
| Species Codes | slabun1, SLBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Slaty Bunting belong to?
The Slaty Bunting (Emberiza siemsseni) belongs to the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Slaty Bunting?
The Slaty 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 Slaty Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Slaty Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code slabun1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Old World Buntings 44 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
44
Species in Family
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