A Striolated Bunting foraging on hill slopes
A passerine bird in the bunting family, this is a resident bird in the country found around rocky terrain and dry areas. They are common around the city of Pune and in Gujarat, Rajasthan, while the rest of the country, they are rare and occasional visitors.
This is a small bird, maybe around 12-13 cms and quite a beautiful one to look at. Named after the black striolations on the face, both male and female sport them, though the female striolations are a tad lighter and paler.
We sighted around half a dozen of them at various places - always in rocky slopes and foraging on the ground looking for grains, seeds, small flowers or grass heads. Apparently, these birds are found away from human settlements - something we could see.
Thanks in advance for your views and faves - appreciate the feedback!
A Striolated Bunting foraging on hill slopes
A passerine bird in the bunting family, this is a resident bird in the country found around rocky terrain and dry areas. They are common around the city of Pune and in Gujarat, Rajasthan, while the rest of the country, they are rare and occasional visitors.
This is a small bird, maybe around 12-13 cms and quite a beautiful one to look at. Named after the black striolations on the face, both male and female sport them, though the female striolations are a tad lighter and paler.
We sighted around half a dozen of them at various places - always in rocky slopes and foraging on the ground looking for grains, seeds, small flowers or grass heads. Apparently, these birds are found away from human settlements - something we could see.
Thanks in advance for your views and faves - appreciate the feedback!