About the Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail
The rufous-breasted wood quail is a species of bird in the family Odontophoridae. It is found in Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru primarily on the east side of the Andes between 800 and 2000m in elevation.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | New World Quail (Odontophoridae) |
| Species | Odontophorus speciosus |
| Species Codes | rbwqua1, RBWQ |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail belong to?
The Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus speciosus) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail?
The Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail?
The rufous-breasted wood quail is a species of bird in the family Odontophoridae. It is found in Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru primarily on the east side of the Andes between 800 and 2000m in elevation....
Where can I report a Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rbwqua1, or on iNaturalist.
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