Montezuma Quail (Cyrtonyx montezumae)

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  Roynato

• May 25, 2024

WOW what a beauty. The patterns and markings are awesome.

 

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  Tucson Birder

• May 25, 2024

Roynato said:

WOW what a beauty. The patterns and markings are awesome.

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Thanks. I cannot take credit for spotting this bird- always cryptic, elusive and highly sought after in SE Arizona. A participant on a tour I was guiding on found it first, and then it remained motionless for about 5 minutes!

 

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  bievreJJ

• May 25, 2024

wow! what a fabulous bird, superb photo, many tfs!!

 

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  Tucson Birder

• May 25, 2024

bievreJJ said:

wow! what a fabulous bird, superb photo, many tfs!!

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Thanks. Sometimes I get lucky!

 

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  Stanley Jones

• May 26, 2024

Awesome bird and close-up with terrific colors, focus and detail. A real treat! TFS TB!

 

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  Tiraya

• May 26, 2024

People think I'm crazy spending thousands making trip after trip to SE AZ trying to find this bird, but I'll say, the chance is always worth it, even if it's not very likely. One day...!!

 

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  Dabs

• May 26, 2024

A very interesting and captivating bird.

Sublime shot!

 

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  Tucson Birder

• May 26, 2024

Tiraya said:

People think I'm crazy spending thousands making trip after trip to SE AZ trying to find this bird, but I'll say, the chance is always worth it, even if it's not very likely. One day...!!

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I would love to promise you one if you came here... but they are so unpredictable. If you're coming back to AZ, get in touch.

 

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  Birdy1

• May 26, 2024

Fantastic detailed shot of this beautiful Quail TB, many TFS!

 

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  Fowl Mouth

• May 26, 2024

Looks like you’re traveling with a good group! Great shot, beautiful bird!