About the Chestnut Quail-thrush
The Chestnut Quail-thrush (Cinclosoma castanotum) is a species of bird in the Quail-thrushes and Jewel-babblers family (Cinclosomatidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 12 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chequt1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Quail-thrushes and Jewel-babblers (Cinclosomatidae) |
| Species | Cinclosoma castanotum |
| Species Codes | chequt1, CQTH, CHQT |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut Quail-thrush belong to?
The Chestnut Quail-thrush (Cinclosoma castanotum) belongs to the Quail-thrushes and Jewel-babblers family (Cinclosomatidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut Quail-thrush?
The Chestnut Quail-thrush is a member of the Quail-thrushes and Jewel-babblers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chestnut Quail-thrush sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut Quail-thrush on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chequt1, or on iNaturalist.