Dark-backed Wood Quail
A species of Wood quails Scientific name : Odontophorus melanonotus Genus : Wood quails
Dark-backed Wood Quail, A species of Wood quails
Botanical name: Odontophorus melanonotus
Genus: Wood quails
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Description
The dark-backed wood quail or black-backed wood quail (Odontophorus melanonotus) is a bird species in the family Odontophoridae. It is found in Colombia and Ecuador. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
Size
28 cm
Nest Placement
Ground
Feeding Habits
Dark-backed Wood Quail predominantly consumes insects, nuts, and plants, seeking protein-rich food. They forage on the forest floor, mainly at dawn and dusk, displaying unique dietary needs compared to other birds.
Habitat
Dark-backed Wood Quail typically inhabits lower subtropical forests, which include both primary and secondary growth. It favors environments that provide a combination of dense understorey vegetation and forest clearings. These birds are also known for their arboreal roosting habits, selecting elevated perches in trees to rest.
Dite type
Granivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Family
New world quails Genus
Wood quails Species
Dark-backed Wood Quail 
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