Behaviour
The Spot-bellied Bobwhite forms "coveys", groups of three to 15 birds during the non-breeding season. Both males and females incubate nests, with most nests predominantly incubated by females. About 10 white eggs are laid. The chicks are precocial and will leave the nest approximately 24 hours after hatching.
This shy species feeds on seeds and insects, the latter especially during the breeding season. It is most active in the early morning and evening.
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