Can quail eat meat and table scraps?

[SCOUT123]

When can quails start eating table scraps?  Do they have to be adults 6+ weeks?

Well technically, it depends on the size of the table scraps that you give them. But remember to never give them avocado, though.

 

[Campine]

When can quails start eating table scraps? Do they have to be adults 6+ weeks?

I think there is a concern about them getting enough protein when they are that young and growing. I think they need about 20% protein (not sure of the exact %), game bird starter is formulated for their needs.

 

[SCOUT123]

I think there is a concern about them getting enough protein when they are that young and growing. I think they need about 20% protein (not sure of the exact %), game bird starter is formulated for their needs.

I guess so...?

 

[SCOUT123]

Quail chicks need a lot more protein than adult quails.

 

[joemorcos]

Sure! Left over meat, veggies, fruits, pasta, berries, etc...is great for them.

As far as toxic things, the list can be long. And much of it is exotic plants, most of which you would never come into contact with either.

But of the human food group....avocado, chocolate, anything with caffeine, uncooked potatoes, the leaves stems and vines of tomatoes are toxic, however the tomato itself is fine. Grapefruit seeds are harmful and most citrus should be fed in moderation only. Mangoes are a bit stringy and might get caught in the crop. I would avoid any cactus.

Generally birds know when something is poisonous and will avoid it as long as they are not starving to death.

 

Green tomatoes are poisonous too.

 

[aperez54]

Cool... today I chopped up tiny tiny pieces of leftover chicken breast... the minute i put the little dish down, the quails started pooing on it! They're so smart.