The explosively cute bird with a cowlick：the California quail

The explosively cute bird with a cowlick： The California quail Length: About 24 to 28 cm (9.5 to 11 inches) from beak to tail. Wingspan: Approximately 32 to 37 cm (12.5 to 14.5 inches). Weight: Typically between 140 and 200 grams (5 to 7 ounces). They are plump, round birds, roughly the size of a small grapefruit. LifespanIn the Wild: Their average lifespan is quite short, usually only 1 to 2 years.High Mortality: They are preyed upon by many predators (like cats, hawks, and rats), and many chicks do not survive their first year. In Captivity: If protected from predators and weather, they can live up to 5 to 6 years.