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Day old chicks Quail Poultry for sale

Quail, often known by nicknames such as button quail or coturnix quail, are small, ground-dwelling birds native to various regions worldwide, including Europe, Asia, and North America. Originating from grasslands and scrublands, these birds have compact bodies with short necks and intricately patterned plumage that helps them blend into their natural environment. Physically, quails are characterised by their rounded wings and distinctive calls, such as the famous "bobwhite" whistle of some North American species. Known for their gentle temperament, quails are social birds, often forming small flocks, making them suitable for both beginner and experienced poultry keepers. They thrive in environments that offer dense cover and ample forage, feeding on seeds, insects, and plants. Due to their manageable size and calm nature, quail for sale options like Japanese quail are popular in the UK for domestic breeding and egg production. Whether you are looking for quail chicks for sale or considering them as a low-maintenance addition to your home aviary, quails are a charming species that suit rural and suburban settings well.

Quail poultry JAPANESE/ITALIAN COTURNIX CHICKS - Advert 1
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JAPANESE/ITALIAN COTURNIX CHICKS

Quail

7 weeksAge
MixedSex
£3Price

I have some Japanese/italian coturnix chicks available 13 at 1 day old £3 each.17 at 3 weeks old £7 each will go upto £10 each when can be sexed. 10 5 week olds buy 3 or more females get a male free £

NottinghamNottingham
Quail poultry 🐣 Live Coturnix Jumbo Quail for Sale  - Advert 2
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🐣 Live Coturnix Jumbo Quail for Sale

Quail

10 monthsAge
MixedSex
£5Price

************ 🐣 Live Coturnix Jumbo Quail for Sale – Healthy, Productive Birds! 🐣 📍 Location: Great Barr, Birmingham 📆 Availability: Ready now – limited stock! 🥚 Available Breeds: ✅ Jumbo Phar

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BirminghamWest Midlands
Quail poultry Chinese painted/button quail - Advert 3
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Chinese painted/button quail

Quail

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£12Price

Various ages, all off heat and most are ringed. I have these all year round in different age groups but usually are off heat by time of sale (unless stated otherwise) They are very friendly little bi

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CrookCounty Durham
Quail poultry Jumbo Coturnix Quail - hatching eggs, chicks - Advert 4
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Jumbo Coturnix Quail - hatching eggs, chicks

Quail

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£4Price

Jumbo Coturnix quail available in CR4 South London Mix of breeding adults in together - Italian, Pharoah, Piebald, Himalayan Pricing: 🥚Dozen fertile hatching eggs £10 collection- can post for £2 e

MitchamGreater London
Quail poultry Coturnix Quail chicks mixed colour  - Advert 5
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Coturnix Quail chicks mixed colour

Quail

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£4Price

Mixed colour Coturnix chicks. More are in the incubator and will be ready from day old. Will need heat - upto 4-5 weeks old 🐣 from day old to 2 weeks £4 per Chick £20 for 6 ( not sexable ) 🐥 fr

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Stoke-on-TrentStoke-on-Trent
Quail poultry Quails, Poultry & hatching eggs - Advert 6
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Quails, Poultry & hatching eggs

Quail

6 monthsAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Now Available mixed beautiful Bob White Quails avail 4 months old £15 each, also hatching eggs availble certonix mixed and certonix celadon eggs availble £10 for 12 hatching eggs also pekin chicks/pul

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WaterloovilleHampshire

FAQs

Is quail better than chicken?

Quail eggs are more nutrient-dense per gram compared to chicken eggs, offering higher levels of protein, vitamin B12, iron, phosphorus, and selenium, making them a highly nutritious alternative. Quail meat contains more copper, iron, and certain B vitamins than chicken meat, although chicken breast has more vitamin B3 (niacin). Additionally, quail require less space, mature quickly, and consume less feed, making them easier to raise in smaller spaces such as backyards.

Why can't you eat quail for 30 days?

There is no widely recognised health reason or regulation that prohibits eating quail continuously for 30 days. Any caution about a 30-day restriction might stem from traditional or cultural beliefs or individual allergies, but no scientific evidence supports a mandatory avoidance period for consuming quail.

Do quail lay eggs without a rooster?

Yes, female quail can lay eggs without the presence of a rooster, but these eggs will be unfertilised and cannot hatch into chicks. A rooster is only necessary if fertilised eggs are desired for breeding purposes.

Can I keep quails in my garden in the UK?

You can keep quail in your garden in the UK as long as you comply with local housing and animal welfare regulations. Quail require secure, predator-proof housing and are quieter and need less space than chickens. However, they do not free-range well and usually stay within enclosed areas. It's advisable to check local council or housing association rules, which might limit poultry keeping or the keeping of roosters.