About the Rufous-fronted Wood-Quail
The Rufous-fronted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus erythrops) 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 rfwqua1 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 erythrops |
| Species Codes | rfwqua1, RFWQ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-fronted Wood-Quail belong to?
The Rufous-fronted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus erythrops) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-fronted Wood-Quail?
The Rufous-fronted 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-fronted Wood-Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-fronted Wood-Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rfwqua1, or on iNaturalist.
