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Montezuma Quail
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Habitat and behaviour
Habitat: Brushy open country.
Diet: Seeds, insects.
Best time to spot: Coveys on the ground.
When to look
Check local eBird bar charts for timing in your state; range and season vary a lot across the US.
Recent US sightings
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