The quail has long been a favorite game bird in the United States. Found primarily throughout the Midwest, the quail prefers open grasslands bordered by hedges or woods. In recent years, quail populations have declined due to loss of natural grassland habitat to fescue pastures designed for cattle ranching. Quail are now raised commercially worldwide.nnSpecifications:nnThe photo shown is an example of what your specimen will approximately look like. Each quail skeleton is unique and will vary slightly in size, shape, color, etc.nThese are economy skeletons that have not been prepared by Skulls Unlimited. Glue and thread are visible in some spots.nAverage Quail Length 9 cm (3.5 in.)nAverage Quail Width 9 cm (3.5 in.)nAverage Quail Height 13 cm (5.1 in.)nAverage Greatest Height 15.5 cm (6.1 in.)nBase Length 13.2 cm (5.2 in.)nBase Width 13.2 cm (5.2 in.)nnPlease Note:nThe Clear Plastic Cover Shipped With The Skeleton Is Intended As Protection For The Skeleton During Shipping. It Is Not Intended As A Permanent Cover Of The Skeleton. Occasionally, These Plastic Cases Arrive Cracked Or Broken.