Chestnut Wood-Quail
NameChestnut Wood-Quail
Common NameChestnut Wood-Quail
Scientific NameOdontophorus hyperythrus
FamilyOdontophoridae
Wingspan (cm)40
Length (cm)26.5
Weight (g)325
Plumage DetailsThe head, neck, and underparts are a rich chestnut-rufous. The back and wings are dark brown to blackish with fine rufous mottling and some white shaft streaks or spots, particularly on the scapulars. A pale orbital ring is present around the eye.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, resonant, and often repeated calls, typically described as a series of 'co-qui-co-qui' or 'whi-whi-whi' notes, often given in duets or groups.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andes of Colombia, found in the Western and Central Cordilleras.
Identifying FeaturesRich chestnut-rufous head and underparts, Dark brown back and wings with fine mottling, Pale orbital ring, Stocky, ground-dwelling form, Loud, distinctive group calls
Description
A small, stocky ground-dwelling game bird found in montane forests. It typically forages in small coveys in dense undergrowth, feeding on seeds and insects. This species is known for its secretive nature and loud, distinctive calls.
