About the Gorgeted Wood-Quail
The Gorgeted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus strophium) 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 gowqua1 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 strophium |
| Species Codes | gowqua1, GWQU, GOWQ |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gorgeted Wood-Quail belong to?
The Gorgeted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus strophium) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Gorgeted Wood-Quail?
The Gorgeted Wood-Quail is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Gorgeted Wood-Quail?
The Gorgeted 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 Gorgeted Wood-Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Gorgeted Wood-Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gowqua1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in New World Quail 34 species
More Birds in Order Galliformes
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