About the Himalayan Quail
The Himalayan Quail (Ophrysia superciliosa) is a species of bird in the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 187 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code himqua1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Ophrysia superciliosa |
| Species Codes | himqua1, HIQU |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Himalayan Quail belong to?
The Himalayan Quail (Ophrysia superciliosa) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Himalayan Quail?
The Himalayan Quail is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Himalayan Quail?
The Himalayan Quail is a member of the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Himalayan Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Himalayan Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code himqua1, or on iNaturalist.