W.J. Francis 1964 California Quail. Nov. 9. Strawberry Canyon, Alameda County, cleared area, walked rapidly back to E-10 corner, followed by the other 5 one minute later. No social distinctions were noted, no sign of pairing or peck order. Nov. 13. Birds in Behavior lab. pen were much more "jumpy" on this bright clear day after rain; the covey flushed into the air from E-10, and flew to E-1, rather than running up along the fence as usual; They then flew back again when I was in the opposite side of the enclosure, with practically no dis- turbance. All birds apparently are present, crippled female did not fly. Nov. 16. 0830. All 11 birds present, apparently hungry in cold windy weather, as all came into the center clearing to feed on grain within 2-3 minutes after I returned to the but after checking instruments. Still "jumpy" - when I squeezed in - side the hut, all birds saw a flew to cover, over half taking to the air.