Types of quail birds

Quail lay 300 iron-rich eggs a year & only need a quarter of the space that chickens do! Learn about the quail’s temperament, needs, pros & cons.

Interested in raising quails for meat and eggs on your homestead? Start with one of these five quail breeds ideal for raising at home.

Quail species you want to raise and their egg production, size, and temperament are all crucial factors in choosing between them. What types of quail should you have?

Button quail male and female color mutations.

Out of the 130-some quail breeds, five are most commonly found in the backyards of bird lovers. Here they are...

Quail are a cute, quirky alternative poultry to raise on your homestead. If you have decided to raise quail on your homestead, the next step is to choose what type of quail to get. #quail #cute #cutebird #quirky #bird #birds #cutebird #fowl #cutefowl #babyquail #babybird #chicks #chick

There are less than 20 species of true Button quail worldwide. Because they are small ground-dwelling birds that rarely fly, they are challenging to spot. Exact numbers for each type are hard to judge and frequently remain unknown, but many are rare or endangered. Button Quails kept in the US as ornamental birds are not true Buttonquails but have been called this due to their small size.

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.