Chestnut Wood-Quail
Chestnut Wood-Quail
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The Chestnut Wood Quail (Odontophorus hyperythrus) is a species named for its rich chestnut plumage, particularly on its underparts. It is a secretive bird of humid montane forests in Colombia.
Where to spot
Endemic to the western and central Andes of Colombia, found in humid montane forests, often at higher elevations (1,600-3,000 meters).
How to spot
Remain quiet and still near areas with dense undergrowth. Listening for its calls, which can be a series of low notes, is often the most effective way to detect its presence, as visual sightings are typically brief and challenging.
When to spot
Best observed in the early morning or late afternoon when foraging activity is highest. It is a resident species, present all year.
Where to spot
Endemic to the western and central Andes of Colombia, found in humid montane forests, often at higher elevations (1,600-3,000 meters).
How to spot
Remain quiet and still near areas with dense undergrowth. Listening for its calls, which can be a series of low notes, is often the most effective way to detect its presence, as visual sightings are typically brief and challenging.
When to spot
Best observed in the early morning or late afternoon when foraging activity is highest. It is a resident species, present all year.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its vibrant chestnut color, especially on the breast and belly, is quite striking and makes it one of the more distinctively colored wood quails.
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