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Gambel's Quail, F
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Gambel's Quail, F (Callipepla gambelii)

These beautiful quail are quite common in the American SW. However, I had a very hard time capturing an image, as they are furtive and fast on their feet. This is a female.
Habitat
Sonoran Desert
Location
Gilbert Ray Campground near Tucson, AZ, USA
Date taken
26-Dec., 2007
Scientific name
Callipepla gambelii
Equipment used
Canon 40D, 500mm with 1.4X, tripod

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Category
North America
Added by
Gary Clark
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