Doing some research on quail

[Fishkeeper]

Hello all!
I can't get quail yet, I'm off to college fairly soon, but I'm doing some research now so I know what supplies I might need to save up for. I like chickens, and I kinda want some Brahmas at some point, they're so sweet and big, but right now I'm thinking about quail.

 

[Kiki]

Welcome to Backyardchickens.com aka BYC!
We are glad you joined our flock.
Jump right in and make yourself at home.
You could start reading about quail here:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/other-backyard-fowl-ducks-quail-turkeys-geese-etc.67519/
This video will help you learn how to navigate this site:

http://articles.extension.org/pages/69065/feeding-chickens-for-egg-production

 

[Jacquie Button]

Hello all!
I can't get quail yet, I'm off to college fairly soon, but I'm doing some research now so I know what supplies I might need to save up for. I like chickens, and I kinda want some Brahmas at some point, they're so sweet and big, but right now I'm thinking about quail.

I see your name is fish keeper...I'm sure you read that you can keep buttons in a large aquarium with a mesh top. They are neat little birds. I'm sure if you got them young you could make them quite tame. Have fun at college!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. Kiki has given a great link to help in your planning.

 

[JaeG]

What is your aim for keeping quail? Buttons and Japanese quail are the best pet quail, with Japanese quail providing you with eggs to eat (you can eat Button eggs but you need twice as many). They are also more docile compared to the Buttons who are quite highly strung. If you like to be able to pat and hold your birds I'd go with the Japanese but if you enjoy sitting and watching them get Buttons as they are always on the go and very active.

 

[ronott1]

You might be able to keep Quail in an urban setting. I have seen posts about raising them inside in Apartments.

I like the idea!

 

[Teila]

G’Day from down under Fishkeeper Welcome!

I am pleased that you have already received some great advice and links cos I know nuff'n about quail except that they are very cute!

I hope you enjoy being a BYC member. There are lots of friendly and very helpful folks here so not only is it overflowing with useful information it is also a great place to make friends and have some fun.

 

[OneMountainAcres]

Welcome to BYC! Glad you've joined us!

 

[drumstick diva]

Sorry I don't know much about Quail but, via the searchbox you can locate the "Quail thread."

 

[N F C]

This link will take you to the Quail forum @drumstick diva mentioned in her welcome:
Quail

Best wishes with your plans and college!