Baby quail!

I watched a family of quail move into our yard yesterday afternoon.  It looks like there's 10 chicks, possibly 12, I can't ever get a good head count.  They settled down under our smoke bush which is near a bird feeder.  It's really entertaining to watch and listen to all of their antics.  Mr. Mittens the cat is not at all pleased with them however, he can't go outside now!

They sneaked in under the West gate.

Hiding in the shade...

Making break for it across the lawn!