Nanjing JIangsu China nr river (1 Viewer)

[portnoy58]

Are these two Rustic Buntings? They are in the right habitat, riverine scrub; they have crests and striking head patterns ... I see the white lateral crown stripe, white throat etc Seems to match nicely with the description in Brazil's BIrds of East Asia adjusted for winter. Can anyone confirm or steer me to a correct ID. Many thanks.

 

[johnallcock]

Yes, Rustic Buntings. As well as the features you noted, the rusty streaking on the flanks is a useful feature

 

[portnoy58]

Yes, Rustic Buntings. As well as the features you noted, the rusty streaking on the flanks is a useful feature

thanks John concerned about missing an obvious characteristic which might make these guys something else!