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Quail hunting isn’t merely a sport in Texas—it's a cherished tradition deeply rooted in the state's cultural fabric. Among the custodians of this heritage stands the Rolling Plains Quail Research…

During the first week of May our technicians recorded the first successful nest hatching on the Rolling Plains Quail Research Ranch for the 2024 season. Fingers crossed this is a…

Our technicians conducted five Spring Cock Call counts during May; an additional 5 will be conducted during June. At this point we’re averaging 7.1 cocks/stop which is reminiscent of 2015.…

Bobwhite quail are ground-nesting birds, meaning they build their nests on the ground rather than in trees or shrubs. This preference for ground nests shapes their habitat requirements significantly. In…

Quails, small game birds renowned for their resilient nature, face numerous challenges in their habitats, ranging from habitat loss to predation. However, amidst the backdrop of climate change, altering weather…

I can’t think of a better location than the Rolling Plains Quail Research Ranch to host the 100th Quail Appreciation Day! A momentous event such as this, deserves to be…

Dear Quail Community Members, In light of the recent devastating fires that have swept through the Texas Panhandle, we at the Rolling Plains Quail Research Foundation extend our deepest sympathies…

We monitor small mammal abundance twice annually (January and June) because our abundance of bobwhites tend to track small mammals very closely. Our technicians set a total of 1,176  Sherman…