Its sound is distinct as it whistles out its name: Bob --White. But the sound is becoming increasingly muted as quail populations across the state decline.

It’s been two years since the last Statewide Quail Symposium was held in Abilene. This biennial event brings together quail enthusiasts who are eager to get updates on all things related to quail. The ...

South Carolina bobwhite quail population fell to its lowest point in 2015. An initiative is helping them recover, which means hunting traditions can continue.