About the Brown Quail
The Brown Quail (Synoicus ypsilophorus) 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 broqua1 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 ypsilophorus |
| Species Codes | broqua1, BRQU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Quail belong to?
The Brown Quail (Synoicus ypsilophorus) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Brown Quail?
The Brown 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 Brown Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code broqua1, or on iNaturalist.