About the Red-chested Buttonquail
The Red-chested Buttonquail (Turnix pyrrhothorax) 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 recbut1 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 pyrrhothorax |
| Species Codes | recbut1, RCBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-chested Buttonquail belong to?
The Red-chested Buttonquail (Turnix pyrrhothorax) belongs to the Buttonquail family (Turnicidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Red-chested Buttonquail?
The Red-chested 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-chested Buttonquail sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-chested Buttonquail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code recbut1, or on iNaturalist.