Painted Buttonquail

Painted Buttonquail, Turnix varius, is a species of buttonquail, the family Turnicidae, which resemble, but are unrelated to, the quails of Phasianidae. This species is resident in Australia.

The Painted Buttonquail is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

Physical characteristics: The painted buttonquail is a large species 6.7 to 9.1 inches (17 to 23 centimeters) in length and 1.9 to 4.7 ounces (53 to 134 grams) in weight, with the female significantly larger than the male. The painted buttonquail is generally red in color with a gray breast and red eyes. More

Painted Buttonquail, Turnix varius, is a species of buttonquail, the family Turnicidae, which resemble, but are unrelated to, the quails of Phasianidae. This species is resident in Australia. The Painted Buttonquail is about 19-20 cm long. The species is found in grassy forests and woodlands. It feeds on insects and seeds, and males incubate the eggs for a fortnight and then care for the young. The female is the more brightly coloured of the sexes. More

* Painted Buttonquail ssp varia Adult female foraging in garden. Kobble Creek, Queensland, Australia (ssp varia ) Tom Tarrant 25 September 2008 1 year ago 3. More

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