About the Yellow Bunting
The Yellow Bunting (Emberiza sulphurata) 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 yelbun1 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 sulphurata |
| Species Codes | yelbun1, JYBU, YEBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow Bunting belong to?
The Yellow Bunting (Emberiza sulphurata) belongs to the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow Bunting?
The Yellow 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 Yellow Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yelbun1, or on iNaturalist.