About the Small Buttonquail
The Small Buttonquail (Turnix sylvaticus) 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 smabut2 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 sylvaticus |
| Species Codes | smabut2, COBU, COMM, SMBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Small Buttonquail belong to?
The Small Buttonquail (Turnix sylvaticus) belongs to the Buttonquail family (Turnicidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the Small Buttonquail?
The Small 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 Small Buttonquail sighting?
You can log sightings of Small Buttonquail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code smabut2, 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
240
iNat Observations
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