About the Spot-bellied Bobwhite
The Spot-bellied Bobwhite (Colinus leucopogon) is a species of bird in the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 34 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code crebob2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | New World Quail (Odontophoridae) |
| Species | Colinus leucopogon |
| Species Codes | crebob2, SBBO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spot-bellied Bobwhite belong to?
The Spot-bellied Bobwhite (Colinus leucopogon) belongs to the New World Quail family (Odontophoridae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Spot-bellied Bobwhite?
The Spot-bellied Bobwhite is a member of the New World Quail family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Spot-bellied Bobwhite sighting?
You can log sightings of Spot-bellied Bobwhite on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crebob2, or on iNaturalist.