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Features
Why Quail?
Chickens
Quail
Egg Production
Starts laying at 6-8 weeks of age. 300+ eggs per hen per year. More nutrient dense.
Starts laying 4-6 months of age. 250-300 eggs per hen per year
Space Requirements
1 sq. ft. per bird. Happy in a small hutch, can be kept in a garage or inside
2-4 sq. ft. per bird. Need a larger run, outdoors.
Permit needed?
Can generally be considered "pets." HOA friendly and quieter than chickens
Some cities restrict backyard chickens, not HOA friendly
Rowdy
Rowdy is our seasoned quail wrangler—a spirited 16-year-old Corgi mix. We rescued him from the shelter at age 7, and he’s been the perfect companion ever since. He loves sleeping in, keeping an eye on the quail, snacking on quail eggs, and patrolling our half-acre homestead.
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