A compact chickenlike bird with a small head and a distinctive short crest. It has a plump body, short tail, and short, strong legs.
Relative Size
Slightly larger than a Northern Bobwhite; about the same size as a Gambel’s Quail.
![Relative Size](/guide/images/size/scale.png)
![between robin and crow](/guide/images/size/btwn-robin-crow.png)
Measurements- Both Sexes
- Length: 10.0-12.0 in (25.4-30.5 cm)
- Weight: 6.2-6.7 oz (177-191 g)
- Wingspan: 15.0 in (38 cm)
- Length: 10.0-12.0 in (25.4-30.5 cm)
- Weight: 6.2-6.7 oz (177-191 g)
- Wingspan: 15.0 in (38 cm)