I know there's been about a gajillion posts over the years from people asking if their chickens/quail or what-have-you are going to make it in the cold, and I'm here to add one more. I haven't been able to dig up a definitive answer in old threads as to when low temperatures become dangerous to Japanese quail.
We're slated for lows in the mid teens (F) this week, and I'm starting to get concerned about the birds' safety. I've heard some people say to add heat, others warning against it, and others still who totally move their birds indoors for winter; basically I'm a nervous newbie who doesn't know what to do.
Anyone have any numbers/anecdotes on the hardiness of quail in winter conditions? Are there signs I should look for in the birds that would tell me they're struggling? Any input from experienced quail peeps would be greatly appreciated.
We're slated for lows in the mid teens (F) this week, and I'm starting to get concerned about the birds' safety. I've heard some people say to add heat, others warning against it, and others still who totally move their birds indoors for winter; basically I'm a nervous newbie who doesn't know what to do.
Anyone have any numbers/anecdotes on the hardiness of quail in winter conditions? Are there signs I should look for in the birds that would tell me they're struggling? Any input from experienced quail peeps would be greatly appreciated.