The California Quail (Callipepla californica) is a member of the Phasianidae family which consists of game birds such as partridges, grouse, turkeys and quail. It is similar to the Gambel's Quail except it has a brown crown, buff forehead and does not have the black patch on the belly. It has a little forward curving topknot on it's head consisting of six feathers. It is a small, plump bird about 10 inches long.

This highly sociable bird often gathers in small flocks known as "coveys." They feed on seeds and leaves, but will also eat insects and berries.

This bird is found in suburbs, woodlands, parks and foothills in California's live-oak canyons. As a matter of fact, it is the California state bird. It is also found in southern Oregon south to Baja. The nest is a shallow, grass-lined depression. There are from 11 to 15 buff-colored eggs spotted with brown. There can be more than one clutch produced each year.

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