Bobwhite Quail

The Northern Bobwhite Quail is one of the most common species of gamebirds in the U.S. These very little birds are great flyers and excellent for training hunting dogs. Males have a white throat and brow stripe bordered by black compared to brown colored females.

Bobwhite Quail mature in just 16 weeks and dress at 7-9 oz. Female Bobwhite Quail will begin laying eggs at 24 weeks, and are prolific layers.

The name "Bobwhite" derives from its characteristic whistling call.

Minimum order 30 Bobwhite Quail chicks. Different breeds of quail cannot be mixed to meet a minimum order.

We recommend checking with your state wildlife or regulatory agency before placing an order for gamebirds.

AVAILABLE DOWNLOAD: Caring for Bobwhite Quail

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Item #	Description		1+	Quantity
BWQ3S	Bobwhite Quail (min 30) Unsexed		1+ $4.00	Quantity
BWQS	Bobwhite Quail (min 100) Unsexed		1+ $2.32	Quantity

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Can you have quail and chickens in the same coop?
Quail are very small birds compared to chickens. Quail require a higher protein feed than chickens. We do not suggest housing quail and chickens in the same coop.

Do you sell quail eggs ?
Yes, we offer quail hatching eggs. https://www.mcmurrayhatchery.com/quail_eggs.html

Do you sell feed for quail?
We sell Organic Wild Game Bird Feed. See our downloadable Caring for Bobwhite Quail for nutritional needs when raising quail.

What is the minimum order for Bobwhite Quail?
The minimum for Bobwhite Quail is 30 chicks. Quail are very tiny and that ensures the chicks have enough body heat during shipping.

Which type of quail lays the most eggs?
Bobwhite Quail are the most prolific layers.

How old are Bobwhite Quail chicks at the time they are shipped?
They are hatched and shipped on the same day.

Is it possible to order an assortment of quail?
Sorry, we do not sell quail assortments.

Do you sell adult quail?
Sorry, we do not carry adult quail.

Do I need a permit to order Bobwhite Quail?
We recommend checking with the regulatory agency in your state that controls wildlife management to see if a permit is needed.

Are quail winter hardy?
Quail are typically not winter hardy birds.

How big of an area does one need for quail?
We suggest 1/4 square foot per quail chick to start. Be careful not overcrowd them. As they mature, increase their area to 1 square foot per bird.

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