Worcester's buttonquail

Turnix worcesteri

Worcester's buttonquail is a small ground-dwelling bird found in the Philippines. It has a cryptic plumage that provides excellent camouflage in its preferred grassland and scrub habitats. This species is known for its secretive behavior, often remaining hidden in dense vegetation and relying on its well-developed legs for rapid bursts of movement. Worcester's buttonquail is primarily insectivorous, foraging for invertebrates on the forest floor. Due to habitat loss and degradation, this species faces threats to its survival.

Habitat: Grassland and scrub habitats