About the New Zealand Quail
The New Zealand Quail (Coturnix novaezelandiae) 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 nezqua1 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 novaezelandiae |
| Species Codes | nezqua1, NZQU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the New Zealand Quail belong to?
The New Zealand Quail (Coturnix novaezelandiae) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the New Zealand Quail?
The New Zealand 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 New Zealand Quail sighting?
You can log sightings of New Zealand Quail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code nezqua1, or on iNaturalist.