About the Dark-backed Wood-Quail
The Dark-backed Wood-Quail (Odontophorus melanonotus) is a species of bird in the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 34 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code dbwqua1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | New World Quail (Odontophoridae) |
| Species | Odontophorus melanonotus |
| Species Codes | dbwqua1, DBWQ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dark-backed Wood-Quail belong to?
The Dark-backed Wood-Quail (Odontophorus melanonotus) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Dark-backed Wood-Quail?
The Dark-backed Wood-Quail is a member of the New World Quail family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Dark-backed Wood-Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Dark-backed Wood-Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dbwqua1, or on iNaturalist.