quail eggs

[CHEIF91]

how long does it usually take for quail eggs to hach?

 

[spikennipper]

Approx 17-18 days for coturnix, buttons may be less, not sure about others, I've just had 2 coturnix hatch on day 17! though they do usually hatch on day 18 for me

 

[mavispig123]

my chinese quails have taken 19-20 days, just about given up on them & they decided it was time to show their beaks!

 

[CHEIF91]

thank you for the info i have one more question after they hach what do the eat and how long do i have to wait till i can put them in with the older ones?

 

[speedy2020]

Just give them gamebird crumble. I usually use the bowl and fill about 1-2" and shake it. And then scoop 1/2 on top off. I feed then the smaller pieces at the bottom of the bowl for 1st week. You can put them with adult when they are about the same size.