Coturnix Quail
We raise Coturnix quail ourselves in Mayo, FL, and ship fertile hatching eggs from our NPIP certified flock. Coturnix are a great first quail: they hatch in about 17 to 18 days and start laying in as little as 6 to 8 weeks. Shop eggs, guides and gear below.
Egg orders over $40 ship free to all US states and Puerto Rico.
See all poultry supplies, our Hatching Time gear or our quail care guide.
Frequently asked questions
How long do Coturnix quail eggs take to hatch?
Coturnix eggs usually hatch in 17 to 18 days when incubated at about 99.5°F (37.5°C) in a forced-air incubator. A few may pip a day early or late.
What humidity should we use?
Most keepers run about 45 to 55% humidity for the first 14 days, then raise it to about 65 to 70% for lockdown, the last 3 days before hatch.
When do we stop turning the eggs?
Stop turning on about day 14 or 15. Lay the eggs flat, raise the humidity, and keep the incubator closed until the chicks hatch and dry.
What should we do when shipped eggs arrive?
Open the box, check the eggs, and let them rest pointed end down at room temperature for 12 to 24 hours before setting them. Shipped eggs often hatch at a lower rate than fresh farm eggs because of handling in transit, so set all the eggs you receive.
How do you ship hatching eggs?
We pack eggs carefully and ship to all US states and Puerto Rico. Egg orders over $40 ship free. Gear and supplies from other vendors ship from that vendor, and shipping is set by the vendor. An optional Hatch Rate Assurance add-on is also available.
How many eggs come in an order?
Our Coturnix listings range from 12 up to 300 eggs, including Jumbo Coturnix, standard Coturnix and Sunset Mix. We also offer a 36-egg starter kit with an eBook.
Are your quail NPIP certified?
Yes. We raise our quail ourselves in Mayo, FL, and our flock is NPIP certified.
How warm should the brooder be?
Start chicks at about 95°F the first week, then lower it about 5°F each week until they are fully feathered, usually around 3 to 4 weeks. Use a shallow waterer or add marbles or pebbles so chicks cannot drown.
What do Coturnix quail chicks eat?
Feed a high-protein game bird or turkey starter crumble, around 24 to 30% protein. Grind it finer for the first few days if the crumbles are large.
When do Coturnix quail start laying?
Coturnix usually start laying at about 6 to 8 weeks old. Hens lay best with about 14 to 16 hours of light a day.
Quail guides
- Coturnix vs Bobwhite: Which Quail Is Right for You
- How to Incubate Quail Eggs: Day-by-Day
- Setting Up a Quail Brooder: The First 3 Weeks
- How Many Quail Eggs Should You Order?
- What to Do When Shipped Hatching Eggs Arrive
- Quail Housing: Cages, Coops and Space per Bird
- Feeding Quail: Starter, Grower and Layer Protein
- Raising Quail in Winter
- Coturnix Quail Hatching Checklist
See all our growing and raising guides.
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