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Red-chested Buttonquail

Red-chested Buttonquail

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The Red-chested Buttonquail is a small, secretive ground bird endemic to Australia, named for the rufous wash on its chest. It inhabits grasslands and open country.
Where to spot
Endemic to mainland Australia, favoring open grassy woodlands, plains, and tussock grasslands, especially after good rains.
How to spot
Highly camouflaged and elusive, often only observed when flushed from dense cover. Listen for the low, booming call of the female.
When to spot
Best observed during the breeding season, usually after rainfall, when females are most vocal. Active early morning and late afternoon.
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Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Turnix pyrrhothorax 176221267.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The female is larger and more brightly colored than the male, showcasing the reversed sex roles typical of buttonquails.
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