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Himalayan Quail
Ophrysia superciliosa
Himalayan Quail (Ophrysia superciliosa) — Gamebirds of South & Southeast Asia.
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The Himalayan Quail (Ophrysia superciliosa) is a member of the Phasianidae family found in South & Southeast Asia. Adults weigh 190 g. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Galliformes
- Family Phasianidae Pheasants & Allies
- Genus Ophrysia
- Species superciliosa
Quick facts
- Weight
- 190 g
- Family
- Phasianidae
- Order
- Galliformes
How to identify
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Biology & behaviour
Behaviour
Where it forages largely on the ground.
The Himalayan Quail (Ophrysia superciliosa) is a species of bird in the Phasianidae family, part of the order Galliformes. Its range spans South & Southeast Asia. Its distribution covers OR n India.
It is a large bird. Adults weighs around 190 g, with a wing length of about 8.8 cm and a tail of around 6.8 cm.
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
The species has a mapped global range of roughly 209 km² — a relatively restricted global range.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Himalayan Quail?
The Himalayan Quail is a large bird that weighs around 190 g.
Where does the Himalayan Quail live?
The Himalayan Quail is found across South & Southeast Asia with a range covering OR n India.
What family does the Himalayan Quail belong to?
The Himalayan Quail (Ophrysia superciliosa) belongs to the Phasianidae family, in the order Galliformes.
Is the Himalayan Quail endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
How large is the Himalayan Quail's range?
The Himalayan Quail has a mapped global range of about 209 km².
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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