Black-headed Bunting (Emberiza melanocephala) Female

Description

Large, stocky bunting. On breeding males, the combination of a black head, a bright yellow collar, yellow underparts, and rusty-brown back is unmistakable. The black on the face of nonbreeding males is restricted to the patch around the eyes forming a “bandit’s mask.” Females and juveniles are plain brown overall with a pale yellowish wash on the vent and traces of yellow on the rump. Nearly indistinguishable from the comparable plumages in Red-headed Bunting. Breeds in open forests, edges, and patchily planted areas like orchards and gardens. Winters in farmland. Song is a rather lackluster series of buzzy notes.

Gears used:
Camera: Nikon D7200

Lens: Nikkor 200-500mm