About the Blue Quail
The Blue Quail (Synoicus adansonii) is a species of bird in the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 187 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bluqua1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Synoicus adansonii |
| Species Codes | bluqua1, BLQU, ABQU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue Quail belong to?
The Blue Quail (Synoicus adansonii) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Blue Quail?
The Blue Quail is a member of the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blue Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bluqua1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies 187 species
More Birds in Order Galliformes
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Quick Stats
Galliformes
Order
187
Species in Family
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