About the Common Quail
The Common Quail (Coturnix coturnix) is a species of bird in the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 187 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code comqua1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Coturnix coturnix |
| Species Codes | comqua1, COQU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Quail belong to?
The Common Quail (Coturnix coturnix) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Common Quail?
The Common Quail is a member of the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Common Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code comqua1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies 187 species
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