About the Ocellated Quail
The Ocellated Quail (Cyrtonyx ocellatus) 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 ocequa1 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 | Cyrtonyx ocellatus |
| Species Codes | ocequa1, OCQU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ocellated Quail belong to?
The Ocellated Quail (Cyrtonyx ocellatus) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Ocellated Quail?
The Ocellated 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 Ocellated Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Ocellated Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ocequa1, or on iNaturalist.