About the Indigo Bunting
The Indigo Bunting (Passerina cyanea) is a species of bird in the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 52 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code indbun when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cardinals and Allies (Cardinalidae) |
| Species | Passerina cyanea |
| Species Codes | indbun, INBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Indigo Bunting belong to?
The Indigo Bunting (Passerina cyanea) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Indigo Bunting?
The Indigo Bunting is a member of the Cardinals and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Indigo Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Indigo Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code indbun, or on iNaturalist.