Photo of the Day: Quail Among Poppies

California quail in front of California poppies
Philip Robertson planted California poppies in his backyard, which is next to an urban wildlife area. One morning he spotted California quail foraging in his backyard and was able to snap a shot of California's state bird standing among the brilliant state flower.

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Photo Contest BadgeThis Photo of the Day was donated by a participant in the annual National Wildlife Photo Contest. See more photos or sign up for the 42nd Annual National Wildlife Photo Contest.