About the Spotted Wood-Quail
The Spotted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus guttatus) 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 spwqua1 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 guttatus |
| Species Codes | spwqua1, SPWQ, SWQU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spotted Wood-Quail belong to?
The Spotted Wood-Quail (Odontophorus guttatus) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Spotted Wood-Quail?
The Spotted 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 Spotted Wood-Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Spotted Wood-Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spwqua1, or on iNaturalist.