Types of quail

Button quail male and female color mutations.

Raising quail in your backyard is a rewarding journey with plenty of perks, from fresh eggs to a sustainable meat source. You'll get the full scoop on why quail might be the perfect addition to your homestead—and when they might not be. Save this pin to keep these pros and cons handy for your homesteading plans!

Everything you should know before raising quail all in the same spot!

Avoid these common mistakes when raising quail! Important tips for beginners, from housing and feeding to health and breeding.

A guide to types of quail.

When I got my first quail chicks they looked like impossibly small balls of fluff. There was no telling who was male and who was female… I had my fingers crossed for six females. I only want…

Raising Quail for Eggs & Meat - Everything you need to know. A perfect livestock for small, urban and backyard homesteading.

Discover the perfect quail breed with guidance from The Happy Chicken Coop. Their comprehensive manual will assist you in choosing the ideal quail species that aligns with your specific requirements and preferences. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or an aspiring quail enthusiast, this guide will provide invaluable insights for selecting the right breed to suit your unique situation. Choose wisely and enhance your quail-raising experience today!

Keep your covey healthy and productive. Discover the best ways to prevent quail inbreeding using smart strategies like spiral breeding, swapping birds, and maintaining genetic diversity.

Farm fresh eggs are better for you but did you know there is a difference between types of eggs? Chicken, duck, goose, quail, guinea and even turkey eggs have different nutritional content.

Quail are a small bird which are becoming more and more popular as an option for a backyard flock. They produce delicious and nutritious eggs as well as tasty meat. Their small size, quiet nature, and adaptability makes them ideal for almost any environment.

Learn about the different types of duck breeds. Find out which duck breeds are the best for eggs, for meat, and how they got to be domesticated

Discover the benefits of natural light and ensure your quails are getting enough. Quail need sunlight just to lay eggs!

Here is a little video for ya, where Matt shows everyone how he peels his quail eggs SO FAST! Enjoy! https://youtu.be/KraP0B8TVQE

California quails are pretty easy to identify – but can you tell the difference between a male, female, and juvenile? Their characteristic plume (or “topknot”) is black for males, brown for females and juveniles. Adult males are rich gray and brown, with a black face outlined with bold white stripes. Females are a plainer brown and lack the facial markings. Juveniles have similar coloring to females, but with fluffier, downy feathers. Read more about our charismatic state bird here! https://

Coturnix Quail sexing by plumage

Want to raise poultry on your small homestead but think you don't have room for chickens? Raising coturnix quail is a great alternative to chickens that gives you eggs and meat. Here's a beginners guide to raising quail from chicks to adults.