Spotted Buttonquail
Turnix ocellatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="turnix-ocellatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Spotted Buttonquail (Turnix ocellatus) is a bird species in the family Turnicidae, within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.7 cm and a weight of 110 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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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
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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Similar Birds
Other species in the Turnicidae family