Striolated bunting
Saswad,Maharashtra
Information of Striolated bunting
| IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature): | Least Concern |
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| Approximate size(adult): | Small bunting, about 13–14 cm in length. Males are rufous-brown above, with streaked head and breast, and grayish face stripes; females are paler and more uniformly brown. |
| Resident/ Migrate from: | Largely resident species throughout its range, though some local movements occur in response to seasonal food availability. |
| Migrate to: | Non-migratory; may move locally within its range during harsh conditions. |
| Breeding season: | Breeds from March to July, depending on rainfall and local climate. |
| Breed in: | Rocky hillsides, arid mountains, cliffs, and dry wadis with scattered vegetation; nests built in crevices, under rocks, or low bushes. |
| Habitat: | Prefers dry, rocky, semi-desert terrain and barren hills; often found in arid scrub or near rocky outcrops. Common in parts of northwestern India, Middle East, and northeast Africa. |
| Diet: | Feeds mainly on grass seeds and small grains; also takes insects and small invertebrates, particularly during breeding. |