Scientific: Callipepla californica Spanish: Codorniz de California Mutsun: Heksen
Diet: Seeds, leaves and small insects Habitat: Coastal sagebrush, chaparral, foothills, woodland CaliforniaStatus: Least Concern
California’s State Bird California quail are hardy and adaptable birds found throughout the state. They scratch at the ground foraging for seeds, keeping close to cover in case predators approach. Quail are hunted by Native people for food and for their feathers which can be used to decorate baskets.
