Pine Bunting

Emberiza leucocephalos

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Emberizidae

Size:

16-17.5 cm

Weight:

18.5-37 g

Taxonomy:

(Gmelin, 1771)

Short Description:

The Pine Bunting (Emberiza leucocephalos) is a small bird belonging to the Emberizidae family. It has a distinctive white head with black streaks, a brown back, and a streaked breast. Males have brighter plumage than females.

Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast

The Pine Bunting is primarily found in the northern regions, particularly in the mountainous areas such as Gilgit-Baltistan and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It inhabits coniferous forests and alpine meadows during breeding season, while in winter it may descend to lower elevations and venture into agricultural areas.

Pine Buntings are primarily seed-eaters, foraging on the ground for grass seeds, grains, and occasionally insects. During breeding season, males establish territories and engage in courtship displays to attract females. They are known for their melodious song, often heard during the breeding season. Outside of the breeding season, they may form small flocks for foraging and migration.