Little Buttonquail

Turnix velox

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Charadriiformes · Turnicidae

About

The little buttonquail is a species of buttonquail, part of a small family of birds which resemble, but are unrelated to, the true quails. This species is resident in Australia, where it is one of the more common buttonquails.

Fun Fact

The females also possess a unique vocal organ created by an enlarged trachea and inflatable bulb in the esophagus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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