Canvassed in an Electric Technicolor Dreamsuit of Color Is a Bird with Interesting Characteristics
The orange-breasted bunting stands out fast, thanks to its bright mix of green, blue, yellow, and orange. This small passerine bird, known scientifically as Passerina leclancherii, is native to the Pacific slope of Mexico and measures about 5 inches long as an adult male.
Its colors shift by sex, with the male showing a turquoise crown, yellow face, and orange breast, while the female has dim green upper parts and yellow underparts. These birds favor dry forest, shrubland, thickets, and secondary growth, where they move between seeds in winter and insects in summer.
That unusual mix of habitat, diet, and color makes the orange-breasted bunting hard to miss once you know what to look for.
Meet the Beautiful Orange-Breasted Bunting
Here's the Female Orange Bunting
The breeding season of the orange-breasted bunting runs from May through June, which is the wet season. During this time, a cup-shaped nest with a softer lining is constructed using dry leaves, grasses, and rootlets.
Such a Striking Blend of Color...
The nest is built in thick scrub or in a low bush. Within this nest, a clutch of three to four greenish-white or bluish-white eggs is laid.
Screams Blue...
When foraging, the birds form small groups or may forage in pairs. The dietary habits of this species have not been extensively studied.
Speaking of bold color clashes, check out the masked cardinal with its black-and-white coat and red head.
Hello, There!
However, orange-breasted buntings in this category generally feed on seeds, along with some leafy foods and fruits. Birds in captivity will consume hemp seed, thorn seed, and white millet, as well as ant cocoons, hard sweet apples, and mealworms.
Have a Feel of This Beautiful Bird
Just Like the Sunrise...
The Bird Shines...
This species has a very large range. Therefore, it does not approach the threshold for vulnerable status under the criterion for range size.
Additionally, due to this bird's wide distribution and substantial overall population, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) considers it a species of least concern.
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The orange-breasted bunting is a small, delightful bird canvassed in a suit of electric colors. Just as its name implies, this bird is sure to bring you joy and brighten your day with its brilliant hues.
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It really is a tiny bird with a big visual impact.
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