Crested Bunting
Emberiza lathami
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Emberizidae
About
The crested bunting is a species of bird in the family Emberizidae. It is sparrow sized with males having rufous wings and tail on a black body and females being less contrastingly coloured in dull brown. Both males and females have the distinctive crest. The species was formerly placed in an monotypic genus Melophus on account of its crest, unique among the buntings. The species has a wide but scattered distribution in Asia. They are found in mostly open and dry habitats over a range of altitudes. Populations in the higher elevations of the Himalayas show seasonal altitudinal movements. They are more gregarious in winter.
Fun Fact
It is sparrow sized with males having rufous wings and tail on a black body and females being less contrastingly coloured in dull brown.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found across the plains of India south of the Himalayas extending west to Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Diet
Feed mainly on seeds of various plants but will take termite alates.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance