About the Buff-breasted Buttonquail
The Buff-breasted Buttonquail (Turnix olivii) is a species of bird in the Buttonquail family (Turnicidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bubbut1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Buttonquail (Turnicidae) |
| Species | Turnix olivii |
| Species Codes | bubbut1, BBBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buff-breasted Buttonquail belong to?
The Buff-breasted Buttonquail (Turnix olivii) belongs to the Buttonquail family (Turnicidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Buff-breasted Buttonquail?
The Buff-breasted Buttonquail is a member of the Buttonquail family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Buff-breasted Buttonquail sighting?
You can log sightings of Buff-breasted Buttonquail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bubbut1, or on iNaturalist.