About the Black-fronted Wood-Quail
The Black-fronted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus atrifrons) 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 bfwqua1 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 | Odontophorus atrifrons |
| Species Codes | bfwqua1, BFWQ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-fronted Wood-Quail belong to?
The Black-fronted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus atrifrons) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Black-fronted Wood-Quail?
The Black-fronted Wood-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 Black-fronted Wood-Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-fronted Wood-Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bfwqua1, or on iNaturalist.