Family
Phasianidae
Habits
Diurnal, Usually found in pairs or small coveys of 5-6, secretive.
Habitat
Coastal Wetlands, Heaths; dense weedy pastures and swampy areas.
Breeding
September to March. Four eggs, pale brown, with spots of blackish-brown. Incubation by female for about 20 days.
Parks
Kakadu National Park
Diet
Omnivore, Seeds of grasses and other plants; also insects.
Details
| Common Name: |
King Quail |
Scientific Name: |
Excalfactoria (Coturnix) chinensis |
| Sub Order: |
Unavailable |
Order: |
Galliformes |
| Class: |
Aves |
Category: |
Native |
| Status: |
Least Concern |
Size: |
Unavailable |
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