Regarding the quail, I wouldn't use the big bores but would hold with a 9mm Flobert, if you have a stock of ammo. Might have a young sportsman along with a large bore. Provides young dogs especially with experience. Never been impressed with preserve ditch parrots, but the wild Kansas ditch parrots will equip your dog for any other variant.

Interesting this Spring here in North Alabama as I've called up dozens of Bobs and have seen numerous pairs, typically in overgrown areas where the tornadoes cut a path last year.

Kind Regards,

Raimey
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