Lazuli Bunting

Lazuli Bunting

Passerina amoena

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Cardinalidae

About

The lazuli bunting is a North American songbird named for the gemstone lapis lazuli.

Fun Fact

The male is easily recognized by its bright blue head and back (lighter than the closely related indigo bunting), its conspicuous white wingbars, and its light rusty breast and white belly.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is brushy areas and sometimes weedy pastures, generally well-watered, and sometimes in towns.

Diet

Eat mostly seeds and insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance