Shows the quail’s dependence upon man’s use of the land, and the role of food, cover, weather, predation, and all other ecological factors have on the survival of the Bobwhite quail. Begins with the spring nesting season and follows the birds through summer, autumn, winter and back to spring. Beautifully photographed and great close-up shots of the quail as well as various other insects.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
311911
Language
English
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Animal ecology
Animals & Wildlife → Birds - Behavior
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Conservation of natural resources
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Natural history
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)