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Northern Bobwhite Quail
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Northern Bobwhite Quail (Colinus virginianus)

My patience's were rewarded. Northern Bobwhite Quail (male) in the wild and they are hard to spot in a tree and to get them to stay there long enough to get a shot well, that's just magical!
Habitat
Brushlands
Location
Hillsdale Lake Wildlife Area Kansas
Date taken
June 25, 2015
Scientific name
Colinus virginianus
Equipment used
Canon 70D Tameron 150-600mm
Staff member
Opus Editor
Supporter
How lovely this picture is Bill. They have such beautiful plumage don't they.

Very well done lad.
 
He is well camouflaged, isn't he? That is a lovely clear study.
 
Supporter
What a handsome bird this is Bill. Great lighting, focus, dof, colors, feather markings, detail, and setting. Exceptional!!!!!
 

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