oreortyx (Meaning)
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oreortyx (n)
mountain quail of western United States
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oreortyx Sentence Examples
- The oreortyx, also known as the mountain quail, inhabits the mountainous regions of North America.
- Oreortyx are characterized by their small size, mottled plumage, and distinctive "chi-ca-go" call.
- Oreortyx are ground-dwelling birds that primarily forage for seeds, insects, and berries.
- The habitat of the oreortyx includes dry, open woodlands, chaparral, and rocky slopes.
- Oreortyx are monogamous birds that form long-term pair bonds.
- The female oreortyx typically lays a clutch of 10-12 eggs in a well-concealed nest on the ground.
- The incubation period for oreortyx eggs is approximately 23-25 days.
- Young oreortyx are able to leave the nest within a few days after hatching.
- Oreortyx are protected under California's Endangered Species Act due to declining populations.
- Conservation efforts for the oreortyx include habitat restoration, predator control, and public education.
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mountain quail of western United States
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The oreortyx, also known as the mountain quail, inhabits the mountainous regions of North America.
Oreortyx are characterized by their small size, mottled plumage, and distinctive "chi-ca-go" call.
Oreortyx are ground-dwelling birds that primarily forage for seeds, insects, and berries.
The habitat of the oreortyx includes dry, open woodlands, chaparral, and rocky slopes.
