Coturnix Quail mature very quickly; they reach sexual maturity around 6-8 weeks old.
Having such a quick maturity makes them a great choice for egg and meat production.
Coturnix Quail are easy to breed; our recommended breeding ratio is 1 male to every 5 females. This helps keep down competition and gives a better fertility rate.
It is very easy to incubate the eggs in a small at home incubator. Some of the birds can get broody and hatch chicks on their own.
Coturnix eggs are a short hatch day; they only take 18 days to hatch.

These birds are prolific egg layers; average egg production is between 250-300 per year.
Quail eggs are a very nutritious food source.
If you are allergic to chicken eggs, quail eggs can be a great alternative!
Full grown coturnix quail yield around 4oz of dressed meat; our jumbos can be up to 6 oz!
Quail meat has a delicate flavor and is very tender.
Often considered a delicacy in many cuisines.
Rich in high-quality protein, vitamins and minerals.

Enclosure
- Efficient space utilization and ease of management.
- Easy way to manage manure.
- Cages can be stacked vertically to maximize floor space.
- Provide enough space within the cage to prevent overcrowding. Please see our management guide for more infomation.
Ventilation
- Use proper ventilation within the housing to maintain air quality and prevent buildup of ammonia.
- Can use fans to help improve air circulation.
Lighting
- Implementing light to provide 16 hours of light per day at peak will stimulate egg production.
- This is very helpful especially during the winter months.
- Please note that if birds are on natural daylight, you need to add daylight beginning in August to prevent loss in production from shorter natural daylength.