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Mural Species #7

by Emma N. Olsen last modified Jan 14, 2009 08:42 PM

mural species #7

Need some help?  Here are a few clues:

  • This popular game bird is an abundant Arizona resident in all areas where Mesquite occurs.
  • Adults feed mainly on seeds, but the young are reported to eat more insects, particularly ants.

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It's a Gambel's Quail (Callipepla gambelii)!

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