W. J. Francis 1963. California Quail Aug.20. Strawberry Canyon, Alameda County. and approached the North corner, and the Q there at once flew down to the east corner, while the birds outside all ran down along the fence through the thistles. The group must have exceeded 20 birds - apparently the same combined families seen a few days ago perched on the pen. The Q in the corner did not flush until I came within 10 feet - she is Yellow by elimination - perhaps is attempting to lay, at this date? No sign of even preliminary nesting attempts where she was seating. The Q was probably Orange, since Red was seen to leave, $3 is with his chicks in B-9; Black Green was recently with his brood in E-3, and it might have been he. Aug.22. Strawberry Canyon, Alameda Co. 10:54. No birds in sight in Behria lab pen on arrival - damp, cool, cold windy conditions. 10:02. All quail have remained completely hidden in cover in last 30 minutes of observation without disturbance.