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Story: Introduced land birds

Cirl bunting

Cirl buntings are not often seen in New Zealand, but males can be quickly recognised by the solid black bib.

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How to cite this page

Christina Troup, Introduced land birds – Other small passerines, Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/en/natural-sounds/17183/cirl-bunting (accessed 4 June 2026).

Story by Christina Troup, published 1 March 2009.

Comments

Elizabeth Rollinson
17 June 2013
Really like this page. I know what species of birds are in my garden and neighbourhood. I really found it informative and loved being able to listen to the birdsong of each species. Thank you.