Barred Buttonquail
Turnix suscitator
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<birdfyi-bird slug="turnix-suscitator"></birdfyi-bird>The Barred Buttonquail (Turnix suscitator) is a bird species in the family Turnicidae, within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 16.6 cm and a weight of 50.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
Barred Buttonquail (Turnix suscitator) is a small 15–18 cm buttonquail of South and South-East Asia. Sandy-rufous above with dark barring; female has black throat and chest band. Widespread across India, Sri Lanka, China, and South-East Asia. Inhabits open grassland, scrub, and agricultural land. Polyandrous; distinctive purring call of female.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 16,6 cm | 6.5 in |
| Poids | 50,5 g | 1.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 12-14 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Turnicidae |
| Genus | Turnix |
| Espèces | Turnix suscitator |
Distribution
Barred Buttonquail has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Turnicidae family