Yellow-legged Buttonquail
NameYellow-legged Buttonquail
Common NameYellow-legged Buttonquail
Scientific NameTurnix tanki
FamilyTurnicidae
Wingspan (cm)30
Length (cm)16.5
Weight (g)52.5
Plumage DetailsFemales have rufous-chestnut sides of the neck and breast, with greyish-brown upperparts finely barred with black and spotted with pale markings. The head is finely barred, and underparts are paler. Males are duller with less extensive rufous. Both sexes have bright yellow legs and a yellow bill.
Vocalization / CallThe female's call is a deep, booming 'hoo-hoo-hoo' or 'oom-oom-oom', often repeated.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across South Asia and Southeast Asia, including India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and parts of southern China.
Identifying FeaturesBright yellow legs, Yellow bill, Rufous-chestnut patch on neck/breast (more prominent in females), Finely barred head pattern, Small, quail-like appearance, Ground-dwelling behavior
Description
The Yellow-legged Buttonquail is a small, ground-dwelling bird resembling a quail, with females being larger and more brightly colored than males. They are typically shy and forage for food among vegetation on the ground. This species is known for its distinctive yellow legs and bill.
