About the Long-tailed Wood-Partridge
The Long-tailed Wood-Partridge (Dendrortyx macroura) 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 ltwpar1 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 | Dendrortyx macroura |
| Species Codes | ltwpar1, LTWP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-tailed Wood-Partridge belong to?
The Long-tailed Wood-Partridge (Dendrortyx macroura) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Long-tailed Wood-Partridge?
The Long-tailed Wood-Partridge 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 Long-tailed Wood-Partridge sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-tailed Wood-Partridge on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ltwpar1, or on iNaturalist.