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Corn Bunting

Emberiza calandra

The Corn Bunting is a cheerful bird that loves to sing! It has a chunky body and a lovely yellowish belly. You can often find it perched on fences or singing from the tops of bushes.

Habitat: Grasslands

Appearance

The Corn Bunting is a plump, streaky brown bird with a plain appearance and a short, conical bill. Both males and females look alike, lacking the distinct head patterns of other buntings. It blends well into its grassland and farmland habitats.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyEmberizidaeGenusEmberiza
Corn Bunting
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Corn Bunting

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its unique song sounds like jangling keys!

Males often mate with several females.

Their population helps show farm health.

They swallow tiny stones to aid digestion.

Special abilities

Ability

Key-Jingle Song

Corn Bunting has a unique, rattling song that sounds like jangling keys, which helps males claim territory and attract mates.

Ability

Ground Nesting Pro

Corn Bunting can build expertly camouflaged nests directly on the ground, protecting its eggs from many predators.

Ability

Seed Cracker Beak

Corn Bunting has a strong, conical beak that helps it efficiently crack open tough seeds for food.

Measurements & details

Length
16-19 cm
Wingspan
23-26 cm
Weight
0.038-0.056 kg
Lifespan
2-8 years
Top Speed
50 km/h
Clutch Size
3-6
Incubation
11-13 days

Diet & Feeding

Mainly eats seeds and grains, especially in winter, switching to insects and spiders in summer.

Age differences: Young birds (chicks) are fed protein-rich insects, while adults consume more seeds.

Primary Foods

  • Cereal grains
  • Weed seeds
  • Beetles
  • Caterpillars
  • Spiders
  • Grasshoppers

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and don't disturb their nests.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Corn Bunting?

16-19 cm

What is Corn Bunting's wingspan?

23-26 cm

How much does Corn Bunting weigh?

0.038-0.056 kg

How long does Corn Bunting live?

2-8 years

How fast can Corn Bunting move?

50 km/h

What does Corn Bunting eat?

Mainly eats seeds and grains, especially in winter, switching to insects and spiders in summer.

Where is Corn Bunting usually found?

Grasslands

How does Corn Bunting hunt?

Foraging

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