About the Black-throated Bobwhite
The Black-throated Bobwhite (Colinus nigrogularis) is a species of bird in the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 34 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bltbob1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | New World Quail (Odontophoridae) |
| Species | Colinus nigrogularis |
| Species Codes | bltbob1, BTBO, YUBO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-throated Bobwhite belong to?
The Black-throated Bobwhite (Colinus nigrogularis) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Black-throated Bobwhite?
The Black-throated Bobwhite is a member of the New World Quail family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-throated Bobwhite sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-throated Bobwhite on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltbob1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in New World Quail 34 species
More Birds in Order Galliformes
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