About the Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail
The Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus speciosus) 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 rbwqua1 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 | Odontophorus speciosus |
| Species Codes | rbwqua1, RBWQ |
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.
How can I identify the Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail?
The Rufous-breasted Wood-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 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.