About the Red-backed Buttonquail
The Red-backed Buttonquail (Turnix maculosus) is a species of bird in the Buttonquail family (Turnicidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 18 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rebbut2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Buttonquail (Turnicidae) |
| Species | Turnix maculosus |
| Species Codes | rebbut2, RBBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-backed Buttonquail belong to?
The Red-backed Buttonquail (Turnix maculosus) belongs to the Buttonquail family (Turnicidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Red-backed Buttonquail?
The Red-backed Buttonquail is a member of the Buttonquail family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Red-backed Buttonquail sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-backed Buttonquail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rebbut2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Buttonquail 18 species
More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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Quick Stats
Charadriiformes
Order
18
Species in Family
99
iNat Observations
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