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Fynbos Buttonquail

Turnix hottentottus

Least Concern
翼展
15.0 cm
体重
51.475 g
Turnicidae
Charadriiformes
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Fynbos Buttonquail (Turnix hottentottus) is a small 14–16 cm buttonquail endemic to the fynbos biome of South Africa's Cape region. Sandy-brown with rufous tones and dark streaking; adapted to the unique fynbos shrubland.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
翼展 15.0 cm 5.9 in
体重 51.475 g 1.82 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

行为与繁殖

筑巢

Nest type: SC. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 32-35 days.

产卵数

2-6

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls)
Turnicidae
Genus Turnix
物种 Turnix hottentottus

Distribution

Fynbos Buttonquail has been recorded in 1 countries.

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出现 Not recorded
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常见问题

Is the Fynbos Buttonquail endangered?
The Fynbos Buttonquail has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Fynbos Buttonquail nest?
Nest type: SC. Incubation: 12-14 days. Fledging: 32-35 days.
How big is the Fynbos Buttonquail?
The Fynbos Buttonquail has a wingspan of 15.0 cm, weight of 51.475 g.
What order and family does the Fynbos Buttonquail belong to?
The Fynbos Buttonquail (Turnix hottentottus) belongs to the order Charadriiformes and the family Turnicidae.

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