Quail Habitat

Like all other wildlife, quail require food, shelter and water to survive and reproduce. Quail are found in forest openings, open woods, fallow fields, and along the edges of cultivated fields that produce abundant food and provide adequate cover.

In south Texas, cover is of the most important factor due to the extreme heat. Since a quails body temperature ranges from 106.7F to108.5F the most comfortable ambient air temp for them is between 86F to 95F. When heat exceeds 95F quail must begin to actively get rid of heat and maintain body temp at a normal level. They do this by seeking shade, scooped out cups in the soil or other cool spots in the environment. They also dissipate heat by panting.

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