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Spotted Buttonquail
Turnix ocellatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
18.7 cm
Weight
110.0 g
Family
Turnicidae
Order
Charadriiformes
About
Spotted Buttonquail (Turnix ocellatus) is a small 14–16 cm buttonquail endemic to the Philippines. Pale buff with dark-spotted upperparts; female has chestnut markings on head. Inhabits open grasslands and cultivated fields on Luzon and other major islands. Secretive; detected mainly by the female's booming call.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 18.7 cm | 7.4 in |
| Weight | 110.0 g | 3.88 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Family | Turnicidae |
| Genus | Turnix |
| Species | Turnix ocellatus |
Distribution
Spotted Buttonquail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Spotted Buttonquail endangered?
The Spotted Buttonquail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Spotted Buttonquail nest?
Nest type: SC.
How big is the Spotted Buttonquail?
The Spotted Buttonquail has a wingspan of 18.7 cm, weight of 110.0 g.
What order and family does the Spotted Buttonquail belong to?
The Spotted Buttonquail (Turnix ocellatus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Turnicidae.
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