About the Yellow-throated Bunting
The Yellow-throated Bunting (Emberiza elegans) 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 yetbun1 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 elegans |
| Species Codes | yetbun1, YTBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-throated Bunting belong to?
The Yellow-throated Bunting (Emberiza elegans) belongs to the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-throated Bunting?
The Yellow-throated 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-throated Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-throated Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yetbun1, or on iNaturalist.