About the Banded Quail
The Banded Quail (Philortyx fasciatus) is a species of bird in the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 34 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code banqua1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | New World Quail (Odontophoridae) |
| Species | Philortyx fasciatus |
| Species Codes | banqua1, BAQU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Banded Quail belong to?
The Banded Quail (Philortyx fasciatus) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Banded Quail?
The Banded Quail is a member of the New World Quail family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Banded Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Banded Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code banqua1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in New World Quail 34 species
More Birds in Order Galliformes
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Quick Stats
Galliformes
Order
34
Species in Family
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