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Bobwhite Quail

Colinus virginianus

Most wide ranging of quail species. Found primarily in Midwest, Southern and Eastern US. Also. in small pockets in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and the foothills of the Rockies and Southern Arizona. Prefers abandoned farms and fields, brushy cover and edges of woodlands. Reddish brown coloration with short gray tail. Male has white throat and white band above eye extending down the neck. Female is similar, but duller. Her markings are more buff colored. No plume on either sex.        


Chukar
Chukar Partridge (Alectoris chukar)

Size: 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 lbs
Newborn chukars can fly short distances just a few weeks after birth.
A group of chukars is called a "covey."

Chukars prefer desolate terrain, congregating around cliffs, shale slides and canyon slopes. If you're near water, cover and food all at once, chances are you're near some chukars. Chukars tend to run uphill and fly downhill, although this won't always be the case. Whenever possible, try to approach them from above to improve your chances of sighting onto this elusive bird.      



Ringneck Pheasant
Common Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus)

Size: Males are 2-1/2 to 2-3/4 pounds and 30 to 36 inches long (including tail);
Females are 2 to 2-1/4 pounds and 21 to 25 inches long.
Flight speed: 40 miles per hour (short distance fliers).

Pheasants prefer to feed in the morning and preen in the afternoon before roosting. Popular pheasant feeding include crop rows and land rich in seed, so look for any area where excess grains can be found. If the pheasants have faced heavy hunting pressure, they'll most likely retreat into the heavy rough, requiring greater coordination with your dogs and fellow hunters.
Rain or snow essentially grounds the pheasant, so they can be especially hard to find during inclement weather.
    
 


 
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