Quail Care Advice

[oDuskDawno]

Hello,
I would love some quail care advice!!
I have had two quail and i'm going to get more I just want some advice for all things quail.
Like what kind of feed,how I should clean the cage, treats and other foods they can eat, etc.

 

[Nabiki]

I found some great information in the articles here.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/category/quail.32/

 

[le_bwah]

• Keep more than two hens. They need a flock—humans aren't enough.
• Feed them properly—game bird feed, 24-30% protein, is generally good
• Treats should be fed minimally so they get enough protein—mealworms and most fruits and veggies are good treats.
• Give them their space—the more room and enrichment you give them, the more content and safe they will be. A large rabbit hutch would be good for a small indoor flock—if you can give them more room, you should.
• Clean the cage with a cleanser that won't hurt their lungs or eyes—I like using diluted vinegar for most things. Clean before it begins to smell—if you can smell it, it could be hurting the birds.

 

[Fishkeeper]

How many you need depends on the species. If it's bobwhites or buttons, you need 1 male and 1 female. If it's coturnix, you should have at least 4-5, and only 1 male to many females.