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Get to know Gambel’s Quail, classic desert birds of the Southwest with their unique topknot and striking calls! In this quick guide, Greg shares easy ID tips to help you spot these charming birds anywhere—from your yard to desert trails. Learn about their distinctive “chi-ca’-go” call, the famous topknot bobbing as they move, and how to tell Gambel’s apart from their close cousin, the California Quail. Discover where to find them in the Southwest’s brushy washes and cactus-filled arroyos, and get practical advice for attracting them with food and water. Whether you’re new to birding or looking to boost your quail ID skills, this friendly intro will help you enjoy Gambel’s Quail even more.

Chapters
0:00 Introduction to Gambel's Quail Identification & Chicks!
0:21 Gambel's Quail Range
0:32 Desert Habitat: Shrubs, Cacti, Mesquite
0:47 Gambel's Quail Vocalizations & Calls
1:15 Male Gambel's Quail Identification
1:40 Female Gambel's Quail ID
1:55 Quail Behavior & Coveys
2:09 Foraging Behavior & Diet
2:23 Scouts & Alarm Calls. Flight Response
2:43 Similar Species Comparison: California Quail
3:04 Rare Hybrids: Gambel's & California Quail
3:27 Attracting Gambel's Quail to Your Yard
3:52 Fascinating Fact: Topknot Dominance
4:02 Recap: Gambel's Quail Identification Tips



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XC636297 - Gambel's Quail - Richard E Webster Xeno-Canto used with permission

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