About the Painted Bunting
The Painted Bunting (Passerina ciris) 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 paibun 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 ciris |
| Species Codes | paibun, PABU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Painted Bunting belong to?
The Painted Bunting (Passerina ciris) belongs to the Cardinals and Allies family (Cardinalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Painted Bunting?
The Painted 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 Painted Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Painted Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code paibun, or on iNaturalist.