About the New Caledonian Buttonquail
The New Caledonian Buttonquail (Turnix novaecaledoniae) is a species of bird in the Buttonquail family (Turnicidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code paibut1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Buttonquail (Turnicidae) |
| Species | Turnix novaecaledoniae |
| Species Codes | paibut1, NCBU |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the New Caledonian Buttonquail belong to?
The New Caledonian Buttonquail (Turnix novaecaledoniae) belongs to the Buttonquail family (Turnicidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the New Caledonian Buttonquail?
The New Caledonian Buttonquail is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the New Caledonian Buttonquail?
The New Caledonian Buttonquail is a member of the Buttonquail family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a New Caledonian Buttonquail sighting?
You can log sightings of New Caledonian Buttonquail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code paibut1, or on iNaturalist.