Singing Quail
NameSinging Quail
Common NameSinging Quail
Scientific NameDactylortyx thoracicus
FamilyOdontophoridae
Wingspan (cm)32
Length (cm)20
Weight (g)200
Plumage DetailsThis quail features a reddish-brown crown and nape, a prominent white supercilium, and rufous-orange cheeks and throat. The breast and flanks are plain grey, while the back and wings are mottled brown and black.
Vocalization / CallIts call is a distinctive, loud, clear, and melodious whistle, often described as a 'singing' series of ascending or descending notes, which gives the bird its common name.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Mexico and parts of Central America, including Guatemala, Belize, and Honduras, typically found in humid evergreen and pine-oak forests.
Identifying FeaturesReddish-brown crown and nape, Prominent white supercilium, Rufous-orange throat and cheeks, Plain grey breast, Loud, melodious whistling song
Description
The Singing Quail is a small, secretive ground-dwelling bird known for its striking head plumage and loud, melodious song. It typically forages in dense undergrowth, relying on its cryptic coloration for camouflage.
