Golden-breasted Bunting

Golden-breasted Bunting

Emberiza flaviventris

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Emberizidae

About

The golden-breasted bunting is a passerine bird in the bunting family Emberizidae. It occurs in dry open woodlands and moist savanna in Africa south of the Sahara, but is absent from the equatorial forest belt.

Fun Fact

The genus name Emberiza is from Old German Embritz, a bunting.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in dry open woodlands and moist savanna in Africa south of the Sahara, but is absent from the equatorial forest belt.

Diet

Feeds on the ground on seeds, insects and spiders, animal prey being taken mostly when the birds have young.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance