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do bobwhite quails lay in the winter?

Discussion in 'Quail' started by chixaregreat41, Oct 1, 2013.

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  1. Oct 1, 2013 #1
    chixaregreat41

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    Do bobwhite quail lay in the winter if they are kept indoors and have artificial lighting? is there a way to tell when they are on the verge if laying like with chickens?
     
  3. Oct 4, 2013 #2
    GAQuail

    GAQuail Chillin' With My Peeps

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    If you give them at least 14 hours of light and they are 6 months or older they should lay for you even in the winter.
     

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