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Madagascar Buttonquail

Madagascar buttonquail, also known as the Malagasy buttonquail, is a small bird species belonging to the family Turnicidae. These birds are endemic to Madagascar, meaning they are found nowhere else in the world.

Breed Origin:

Madagascar buttonquail is native to Madagascar and can be found in a variety of habitats including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.

Uses:

Madagascar buttonquail is not commonly kept in captivity and is primarily seen in the wild.

Large Fowl:

Madagascar buttonquail is a small bird species, weighing only about 40-50 grams and measuring around 12-14 centimeters in length.

Weight:

The average weight of Madagascar buttonquail is around 40-50 grams.

Cockerel:

There is no significant difference in size or appearance between the male (cockerel) and female (hen) Madagascar buttonquail.

Hen colour:

Madagascar buttonquail has a brownish-grey body with black and white markings on its face and throat. The female's underbelly is a lighter shade of brown than the rest of its body.

Egg Colour:

The eggs of Madagascar buttonquail are light brown in color, with darker brown spots.

Average Egg Weight:

The average weight of Madagascar buttonquail eggs is around 6-7 grams.

Egg Quantity:

Madagascar buttonquail typically lays 2-3 eggs in a clutch.

In the wild, Madagascar buttonquail feed mainly on seeds, insects, and other small invertebrates. They are primarily ground-dwellers and use their strong legs to navigate through their habitat. Despite being a small and elusive bird species, Madagascar buttonquail is considered to be of least concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to its relatively large range and stable population trend.