Quail Keepers Unite! Let’s Talk Tiny But Mighty Birds

[BYC Project Manager]

Quail may be small, but they sure pack a punch when it comes to charm, productivity, and personality! From their rapid growth and adorable “peeps” to their gourmet eggs and tasty meat, these little gamebirds have won over many backyard keepers. But raising quail also comes with its own set of quirks and challenges.

Let’s spark a fun conversation! Share your experiences, tips, or even questions about quail:

• Do you raise quail mainly for eggs, meat, pets, or all three?
• Which variety do you keep—Coturnix, Bobwhite, Button, or another type? What do you love about them?
• Quail housing: Do you prefer hutches, aviary-style setups, or colony pens?
• Have you found them easier or harder to raise than chickens?
• What’s your favorite recipe using quail eggs or meat?
• For those who’ve hatched quail, how did your incubation process compare to chickens?

Fun Fact: Quail reach laying age in just 6–8 weeks, which means you don’t have to wait long to start collecting those beautiful little speckled eggs!

Now it’s your turn—let’s hear your quail stories! Pics of your birds are always welcome (because let’s be honest, quail are ridiculously photogenic).