Sumba Buttonquail vs Luzon Buttonquail
Turnix everetti compared with Turnix worcesteri
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Sumba Buttonquail | Luzon Buttonquail |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Turnix everetti | Turnix worcesteri |
| Order | Charadriiformes | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Turnicidae | Turnicidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 13.2 cm (5.2 in) | 13.4 cm (5.3 in) |
| Weight | 28.333333333333332 g (1.00 oz) | 67.0 g (2.36 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Sumba Buttonquail
Data Deficient
Luzon Buttonquail
About These Birds
Sumba Buttonquail
Sumba Buttonquail (Turnix everetti) is a small buttonquail endemic to the island of Sumba in the Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia. Sandy-brown plumage with dark streaking. Inhabits open grassland and scrub on Sumba. Known from very few specimens.
Luzon Buttonquail
Luzon Buttonquail (Turnix worcesteri) is a small buttonquail endemic to Luzon, Philippines. Sandy-buff above with dark markings; limited information due to rarity. Inhabits open grassland and scrub habitats on Luzon. Rarely recorded; considered Data Deficient by IUCN due to very few known specimens and sightings.