About the Chestnut-backed Buttonquail
The Chestnut-backed Buttonquail (Turnix castanotus) 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 chbbut2 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 castanotus |
| Species Codes | chbbut2, CBBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-backed Buttonquail belong to?
The Chestnut-backed Buttonquail (Turnix castanotus) belongs to the Buttonquail family (Turnicidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-backed Buttonquail?
The Chestnut-backed 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 Chestnut-backed Buttonquail sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-backed Buttonquail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chbbut2, or on iNaturalist.