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Quail Poultry for sale in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset

8 Quail Poultry for sale in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset

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 Chinese Painted Button Quails Chicks - Advert 1
51

Chinese Painted Button Quails Chicks

Quail

1 weekAge
MixedSex
£12Price

Chinese Painted Button Quail chicks. Hatched 7/11/25. All eating and drinking. Make great pets as small, quiet. Don't eat much and don't bite! Will need heat until about 4 weeks old. Can be kept indoo

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RadstockBath and North East Somerset (22.5mi)
Quail poultry Laying Coturnix Quail – Confirmed Hens - Advert 2
21

Laying Coturnix Quail – Confirmed Hens

Quail

12 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£13Price

🌸 Ever Thought About Keeping Quail? 🐥 Maybe you don’t have much space, or you already keep chickens and fancy adding something new and fascinating to your flock! 🏡 I have beautiful Coturnix quail h

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RuardeanGloucestershire (39.1mi)
Quail poultry QUAILS EGGS/CHINESE PAINTED BUTTONS ! - Advert 3
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QUAILS EGGS/CHINESE PAINTED BUTTONS !

Quail

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Hello, PLEASE READ ALL OF THE INFORMATION BELOW THANKYOU ! ALL OF OUR EGG PRICES FOR COLLECTION & POSTAGE CAN BE FOUND IN THE PICTURES THANKYOU ! THIS ADVERT HAS BEEN UPDATED ON NOVEMBER 8TH ! We k

WarminsterWiltshire (35.1mi)
Quail poultry Snowflake Bobwhite [3 females + 1 male] - Advert 4
10

Snowflake Bobwhite [3 females + 1 male]

Quail

13 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£70Price

Snowflake Bobwhite Quail ❄️🎶 A quintet of Snowflake Bobwhites are ready for their forever home! 🕊️ This lovely group includes 3 confirmed females and 1 male. Not only are they stunning to look at wi

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RuardeanGloucestershire (39.1mi)
Quail poultry 12 Chinese quail chicks,  - Advert 5
21

12 Chinese quail chicks,

Quail

8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£30Price

Nice little group of 12 mixed sex chicks, still need some heat but they are doing well, some pretty birds in the group, £5 each or the whole group for £30 making them £2.50 each

TemplecombeSomerset (34mi)
Quail poultry Chinese quails - Advert 6
4

Chinese quails

Quail

9 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

Mostly females. 6 quails 20£ Many different colors available Collect from wincanton ba9

WincantonSomerset (31.1mi)
Quail poultry Chinese quails - Advert 7
1

Chinese quails

Quail

9 weeksAge
MixedSex
£30Price

17 quails for sale. All go together. Males and females. Can't tell how many females and males. Young quails. All quails for 30£ Collect from wincanton ba9

WincantonSomerset (31.1mi)
Quail poultry 2025 pairs of Californian quail, full colour x8 - Advert 8
4

2025 pairs of Californian quail, full colour x8

Quail

6 monthsAge
MixedSex
£55Price

We have 8 pairs of 2025 hatched Californian quail now ready to go, all in full colour. And are in immaculate feather. These were all May hatches and are from a mixed breeding colony of 6 different blo

WellingtonSomerset (28.1mi)

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.