About the Yellow-breasted Bunting
The Yellow-breasted Bunting (Emberiza aureola) is a species of bird in the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 44 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code yebbun when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Buntings (Emberizidae) |
| Species | Emberiza aureola |
| Species Codes | yebbun, YBSB, YBBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-breasted Bunting belong to?
The Yellow-breasted Bunting (Emberiza aureola) belongs to the Old World Buntings family (Emberizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-breasted Bunting?
The Yellow-breasted Bunting is a member of the Old World Buntings family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Yellow-breasted Bunting sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-breasted Bunting on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yebbun, or on iNaturalist.