Remember that pair of Californian Quail that have taken a liking to my garden? Well they're still around and they're a lot less shy these days. Each time I see them they seem to allow me closer than the time before. This morning they were right by my front step and were quite happy to have their pictures taken while Kaycee lay sleeping in the grass less then six feet away. Neither seemed bothered by the others presence. I managed to get much closer for photos than I did last time. Even though the females colours are more neutral than the males, she is just as beautiful when you get close enough to see all the details of her plumage...
The male sat on a branch of the almond tree nearby, just watching me and chirping occasionally to his mate, presumably warning her of my presence.
When I looked even closer, right there beside Mum's tail-feather, perfectly camouflaged, was the latest addition to the family.
2:06:41 PM 
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