What is another word for Family Turnicidae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli tˈɜːnɪsˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
Family Turnicidae refers to a family of ground-dwelling birds that are commonly known as buttonquails. These birds are small in size and have a plump body with short wings and tails. The family Turnicidae consists of about 16 species that are found in various regions of the world. Some synonyms for this family include quail-rails, bush quail, and hemipodes. These birds are often confused with quails due to their similar appearance, but they are actually more closely related to shorebirds and plovers. Some species of Turnicidae are kept as pets or used for food, while others are hunted for their feathers.
