Adult male © Daniel Pettersson eBird S45279227 Macaulay Library ML 112309651
Female/immature © Eneko Azkue
Adult male © Ian Davies
Female/immature © Heidi Guttschuss
© Suzanne Labbé

Rock Bunting Emberiza cia

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Identification

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Large, distinctive bunting. Males have a boldly black-striped gray head and breast, chestnut underparts, and streaked upperparts. Females and juveniles similar to males, just more subdued. Breeds on rocky slopes just above the treeline, preferring bushy areas with scattered trees. Feeds on seeds and invertebrates. Unobtrusive, although not particularly shy. Clear, high-pitched song draws attention to its presence.

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