The northern bobwhite is a common variety of this small bird
Deer  Dove  Furbearers  Hogs  Quail  Small Game  Turkey  Waterfowl
... [DOC] [TLE] Northern Bobwhite | Birds of DC [PAR] Northern Bobwhites inhabit a variety of open habitats, including overgrown fields, 
forest clearings, ... Common resident, nests from early May to late September.