Gambel's Quail

Callipepla gambelii

28 cm (11") Western deserts, scrublands.

Male: gray above, black throat and belly patch. Chestnut sides. Distinctive tear-drop shaped forehead plume or crest.

Female: gray above. Distinctive tear-drop shaped forehead plume or crest.

Similar to California Quail but underparts are not scaled.

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Gambel's Quail distribution map
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Gambel's Quail winter distribution map
Gambel's Quail winter distribution map