California Quail Past and Present

Back in August, the Wingscapes BirdCam behind our home in the hills above Scappoose recorded a family of California Quail. It came as quite a surprise to us all as quail had not been previously seen on our property. The covey remained in the area for about a week then was not seen again for months.

Then at the end of October, the covey made a brief appearance in their adult plumage. Sadly, I had the BirdCams in other locations and had to grab a quick shot with a conventional camera.

Quite frankly, I like the BirdCam image better.