Godlewski's Bunting
NameGodlewski's Bunting
Common NameGodlewski's Bunting
Scientific NameEmberiza godlewskii
FamilyEmberizidae
Wingspan (cm)23.5
Length (cm)16
Weight (g)20.5
Plumage DetailsMales have a distinctive grey crown and nape, bordered by black lateral crown stripes. A prominent white supercilium, black eye-stripe, and white malar stripe contrasting with a black submoustachial stripe are key features. The back is streaked brown, the rump is rufous, and underparts are pale buff with rufous flanks.
Vocalization / CallThe song is a clear, ringing series of notes, often described as 'tsee-tsee-tsee-tsee-tsee'. Calls include a sharp 'tsip' or 'twick'.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsmountain, forest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Central and East Asia, including parts of Mongolia, China, and southern Siberia in Russia.
Identifying FeaturesGrey head with black and white stripes, Rufous rump, Streaked brown back, Pale underparts with rufous flanks
Description
Godlewski's Bunting is a medium-sized bunting characterized by its striking head pattern and terrestrial foraging habits. It typically inhabits rocky slopes and open woodlands, often seen hopping on the ground in search of food.
