A California quail perches atop an old fence post against a background of gold grasses and green trees. The bird has grey plumage around the shoulders and wings, A California quail perches atop an old fence post against a background of gold grasses and green trees. The bird has grey plumage around the shoulders and wings, but a mottled white, black, and brown belly. It has a deep black area almost like a mask around its eyes and beak. A black plume extends our from its forehead — quite dapper.

A California quail perches atop an old fence post against a background of gold grasses and green trees. The bird has grey plumage around the shoulders and wings, A California quail perches atop an old fence post against a background of gold grasses and green trees. The bird has grey plumage around the shoulders and wings, but a mottled white, black, and brown belly. It has a deep black area almost like a mask around its eyes and beak. A black plume extends our from its forehead — quite dapper.