Occupies native grasslands, grassy woodlands and to a lesser
extent croplands and stubble. Generally uncommon but local numbers can increase
dramatically in favourable conditions suggesting nomadic movements. Often found with Little Button-quail but
prefers, moister, denser cover.
The Australian Bird Guide, Peter Menkhorst et al
Classifications: | Bird, forest and grassland |
Family: | Turnicidae (Button-quails) |
Information sources: | Photo taken near Collinsville by Paul Horner |