Emberiza melanocephala

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Emberiza
gptkbp:adult_plumage more subdued colors
distinctive in breeding season
gptkbp:appearance brown and streaked
black head and yellow underparts
gptkbp:behavior social during non-breeding season
gptkbp:breeding_season spring to summer
courtship displays by males
gptkbp:calls_for sharp and chattering
gptkbp:clutch_size 3-5 eggs
gptkbp:common_name Black-headed Bunting
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by bird conservation organizations
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in local folklore
gptkbp:diet seeds
gptkbp:distribution Europe and Asia
gptkbp:egg_color typically in late spring
blue-green with spots
gptkbp:environmental_impact affected by climate change
gptkbp:family gptkb:Emberizidae
gptkbp:field included in bird field guides.
gptkbp:fledging_period 10-12 days
gptkbp:foraging_behavior ground forager
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Emberiza
gptkbp:habitat open fields
grasslands and scrublands
prefers open and semi-open areas
southern Europe to western Asia
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Emberiza melanocephala
gptkbp:incubation_period 12-14 days
gptkbp:is_observed_in common in suitable habitats
gptkbp:length 14-16 cm
gptkbp:mating_system monogamous
gptkbp:migration varies by region
migratory
partial migrant
gptkbp:music_style regional differences in song
gptkbp:nesting ground-nesting
grasses and plant fibers
variable based on conditions
hidden in vegetation
gptkbp:order gptkb:Passeriformes
gptkbp:photography popular among birdwatchers
gptkbp:population_trend stable in many areas
gptkbp:predators cats and birds of prey
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Emberiza_citrinella
gptkbp:social_structure often found in small flocks
gptkbp:soundtrack melodious and varied
gptkbp:status studied for ecology and behavior
gptkbp:territory males are territorial during breeding
gptkbp:threats habitat loss
gptkbp:type_of_care both parents care for young
gptkbp:vocalization varied and complex
gptkbp:weight 20-30 g
gptkbp:wingspan 22-25 cm
gptkbp:wintering_range south Asia and Africa