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Dark-backed Wood-Quail

Odontophorus melanonotus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Galliformes (Galliformes)

Species

Odontophorus melanonotus (Dark-backed Wood-Quail)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese セグロウズラ

Chinese 暗背林鹑

Spanish Perdiz de Nariño

French Tocro à dos noir

German Schwarzrückenwachtel

Portuguese corcovado-de-dorso-escuro

Russian Черноспинный лесной перепел

Similar Species in Odontophorus

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Black-breasted Wood-Quail

Odontophorus leucolaemus

Least Concern

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Marbled Wood-Quail

Odontophorus gujanensis

Near Threatened

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Chestnut Wood-Quail

Odontophorus hyperythrus

Vulnerable

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Gorgeted Wood-Quail

Odontophorus strophium

Critically Endangered

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Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail

Odontophorus speciosus

Near Threatened

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Rufous-fronted Wood-Quail

Odontophorus erythrops

Least Concern

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Spotted Wood-Quail

Odontophorus guttatus

Least Concern

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Spot-winged Wood-Quail

Odontophorus capueira

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dark-backed Wood-Quail?

The scientific name of Dark-backed Wood-Quail is Odontophorus melanonotus. It belongs to the genus Odontophorus.

What is the conservation status of Dark-backed Wood-Quail?

Dark-backed Wood-Quail (Odontophorus melanonotus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dark-backed Wood-Quail live?

Dark-backed Wood-Quail is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Dark-backed Wood-Quail belong to?

Dark-backed Wood-Quail (Odontophorus melanonotus) belongs to the genus Odontophorus, which is part of the taxonomic family Odontophoridae.

Is Dark-backed Wood-Quail endangered?

Yes, Dark-backed Wood-Quail (Odontophorus melanonotus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Dark-backed Wood-Quail belong to?

Dark-backed Wood-Quail (Odontophorus melanonotus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Dark-backed Wood-Quail?

The closest relatives of Dark-backed Wood-Quail in the genus Odontophorus include Black-breasted Wood-Quail, Marbled Wood-Quail, Chestnut Wood-Quail, Gorgeted Wood-Quail, Rufous-breasted Wood-Quail.