Australian Little Buttonquail

Turnix ocellatus

The Australian Little Buttonquail is a small ground-dwelling bird found in Australia. It is known for its intricate plumage and secretive nature. This species is characterized by its mottled brown and black feathers, with distinctive white spots on the wings. The Australian Little Buttonquail inhabits grasslands, open woodlands, and shrublands, where it forages for seeds, insects, and small invertebrates. Due to habitat loss and predation, the conservation status of this species is currently listed as 'Least Concern' by the IUCN.

Habitat: Grasslands, open woodlands, shrublands