Northern Bobwhite

A small, plump brown bird with a small head and short tail. Males have a white throat and eye stripe.

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Common Name

Northern Bobwhite

Comments

This ground dweller is often flushed by hikers. Call is a clear – bob-WHITE!

Scientific Name

Colinus virginianus

Habitat

Open woodlands, roadsides, wood edges, brushy fields.

Size

To 12 in. (30 cm)