Hardware mesh for aviary?

[AQuailTale]

Can I use the hardware mesh instead of buying the expensive fencing? Dont want to quail chewing damaging it/breaking free/hurting themselves trying to. What less costly alternatives are there for putting on up?

 

[Nabiki]

1/2" hardware cloth is your best choice. It's small enough and strong enough to keep most predators out and keep your birds in.