I just got a Japanese quail

[dmarti14]

I just got a Japanese quail and she keeps opening her beak. Is this s sign she needs something ?? Also how many mealwarms can i give her a day ??

 

[orloffer]

How old is she? Mealworms are a treat, and should be given in moderation. I wouldn't offer her more than a couple per day. If she is opening her beak and moving her throat, she might be overheating or stressed. This is a quail's way of panting. Make sure she has fresh water, proper food, and ventilation in whatever enclosure she is living in. Also, you may consider getting her a few female friends, as coturnix/Japanese quail are social animals.
Good luck with your new quail!

 

[dmarti14]

Thank you so much for getting back to me. I rescued her from a cat so not sure. The vet didn’t say much. As soon as she gets better i’ll be getting her a friend.

 

[Ravenlover]

I just got a Japanese quail and she keeps opening her beak. Is this s sign she needs something ?? Also how many mealwarms can i give her a day ??

Just incase u need the info https://www.backyardchickens.com/th...asics-information-and-pictures-galore.102281/

 

[MDBird]

Can you post some pictures of the bird. Sounds like a cool rescue story.

 

[dmarti14]

Just incase u need the info https://www.backyardchickens.com/th...asics-information-and-pictures-galore.102281/

thank you

 

[dmarti14]

Can you post some pictures of the bird. Sounds like a cool rescue story.

 

[Quailobsessed]

Welcome to BYC!

Do you have quail feed for her? Also, If you have more questions, we're happy to answer them

 

[dmarti14]

Hope you got the video. Meet Ms. Patsy Cline

Welcome to BYC!

Do you have quail feed for her? Also, If you have more questions, we're happy to answer them

Yes i got from a local farm but if you have any suggestion i would love the advice

 

[Nabiki]

This is what I give new quail owners when they buy from me.

Coturnix basic care sheet​

For new chicks less than 2 weeks old:

Housing:

Chicks will need to be kept in a brooder until about 3 weeks of age. There should be a warm side and a cool side. Keep the temperature between 85-95 degrees in the warm side. The younger the chicks, the higher the temperature they need. If they huddle together, they are cold and the temperature needs to be raised. If they are laying stretched out or panting, they are hot and the temperature needs to be lowered.

Food:

Chicks need a feed with around 28% protein. The amount of protein can be lowered once they are over 8 weeks old. The feed needs to be fine enough for them to eat. They should always have fresh water.


For adult birds:

Housing:

Coturnix quail are quite hardy and can handle freezing temperatures as long as they are dry and have shelter (boxes or some type of small container works). The minimum amount of space is one square foot per bird, but more is better. Remember to subtract the space taken up by food and water from their living space. They are ground birds and are happiest on the ground. If you give them a wire bottom hutch, make sure they have boxes of dirt for baths and to rest their feet.

Food:

Quail thrive on high protein food of around 28%, but can go as low as 20% once they are fully grown. Adult hens will need calcium either offered on the side or part of their feed. If it is offered on the side, it must be ground small enough for them to eat easily. If it is part of their feed, it should be about 3.5% calcium.

Feel free to contact me with any questions.

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