Haha, my mom would tell me that too when I would go pick up the chicks. Assuming you're handling them for a long time, I think its likely to do with how weak the chicks immune systems are, and as such they can easily get sick and die from too much exposure over a long period. My mom probably had...
I have quails and I didn't handle them as much when they were chicks so they don't seem to be interested in me as they would be if I handled them. I recommend you handle them often and expose yourself to then regularly so they don't end up being flighty or even scared. Just make sure they have...
Hi, I also have pet quail that I have kept indoors. They're extremely adorable and love to explore however they don't seem to be interested in me or seek out my attention like other bird pets. Are they naturally not tamable or is it my approach. I feed them treats regularly and let them roam my...
Hi, I'm a new-comer to the BYC forums but I've used it as a tool for extensive research and guidance for the last month and half. 2 weeks ago 7 of my coturnix quail eggs hatched and gave me 7 beautiful chicks, all of which I hope to tame and 3 of which I hope to keep as indoor pets...