Whenever I see a male Gambel's quail perched on top of something and just sitting there, I'm pretty sure he's on guard and watching over the female on a nest or the young ones out for a stroll. I didn't see his mate or any chicks so I'm assuming he was making sure a nest wasn't disturbed. I enjoy seeing these unique birds as they go about their business and I especially love their little "headdress" feather.
A fine bird it is.
ReplyDeleteYes... he is definitely standing on guard for his mate.
ReplyDeleteVery nice,
ReplyDeleteWhat a magnificent bird.
ReplyDeleteI have never seen one. What a great bird.
ReplyDeleteQuite elegant, eh? :-)
ReplyDeleteI love seeing these guys too. Out on hikes, I'll see them perched on a lookout, and hear them making their characteristic warning sounds.
ReplyDeleteQuite photogenic.
ReplyDeleteAlways feels special to see the quail and their head. Gea. Thanks r
ReplyDeleteHe looks beautiful with that head piece!
ReplyDeleteThey are pretty birds!
ReplyDeleteI sure don't see any of them!
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