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Mountain Quail

Oreortyx pictus

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ツノウズラ
Chinese 山翎鹑
Spanish Codorniz de montaña
French Colin des montagnes
German Bergwachtel
Portuguese colim-serrano
Russian Калифорнийский горный перепел

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mountain Quail?
The scientific name of Mountain Quail is Oreortyx pictus. It belongs to the genus Oreortyx.
What is the conservation status of Mountain Quail?
Mountain Quail (Oreortyx pictus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mountain Quail live?
Mountain Quail is found in Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, United Kingdom.
What family does Mountain Quail belong to?
Mountain Quail (Oreortyx pictus) belongs to the genus Oreortyx, which is part of the taxonomic family Odontophoridae.
Is Mountain Quail endangered?
No, Mountain Quail (Oreortyx pictus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Mountain Quail belong to?
Mountain Quail (Oreortyx pictus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Oreortyx — 1 Species

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Mountain Quail
Oreortyx pictus
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