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Also, make sure any windows open to the outside have metal screen or hardware cloth over them.

Keeping your feed in tight containers and keeping cages clean will help keep pests at bay. Having feed around has the potential to attract pests like rodents and insects. When I was in university I kept Coturnix quail in my 9’x12’ dorm room on the second floor, and nobody knew about it! This is one of the reasons they are well suited for suburban living. Overall, though, they are quiet birds compared to most poultry and game birds. Females can also chirp loudly, and when active, quail running around on a wire floor can sound like a miniature stampede. Having your quail setup right under your master bedroom might not be the best idea. It is nowhere near as loud as the crow of a rooster, but as soon as the sun comes up they will begin to “sing.” Male Coturnix quail do have a raucous call that they use to claim territory and attract females. Other factors to consider when raising quail include noise, pests, predators, and the mess factor. Note, however, that very young quail up to three weeks of age must be in a draft-free environment to prevent chills and illness as they cannot regulate their own body temperature until they are fully feathered. Poor ventilation can lead to respiratory disorders. It is important for the birds to have fresh air. Somewhere in the room should be a vent or window that opens to the outside for fresh air to come in and replace the stale air being removed.Īttainable Sustainable the lost art of self-reliant livingĮmbrace handcrafting and homesteading with DIY projects, recipes, and gardening tips! 👉 Click here to get started 👈 A ventilation fan that sucks air out of the room, like a ceiling bathroom fan, will remove most of the odor. Ventilation is a key factor for all indoor setups. They do inevitably have some degree of odor, however.Ī spare room, basement, porch, or garage is an ideal space for small quail setups. Other species of quail have different requirements.ĪS: Is raising quail really feasible in an indoor setting? What about odor? Are there other issues to consider?ĮQ: Quail can certainly be kept indoors in small numbers. Note: for the purposes of this interview, “quail” will refer to Jumbo Japanese or Coturnix quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica). There is a ton of information included here! Use the links below to jump to the answer to your specific question about raising quail. Marcy is a busy homeschooler and homesteader and offered very brief answers Jessi went into some serious detail. Jessi from Epic Quailblog and Marcy from High Lonesome Homestead were both kind enough to answer some questions for me about raising Coturnix quail for eggs. When I started poking around for alternative ideas for my urban friends, I found a couple of sites dedicated to (or at least tackling) the idea of raising quail indoors. Homeowner Association regulations, city ordinances, or quite simply a lack of space confounds many who would like to gather fresh eggs daily. I raise chickens for eggs, but I run across so many people who lament that they can’t.

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How to raise quail indoors or as backyard quail You might be interested in the idea of raising pigeons for meat, too.

Raising Coturnix quail for quail eggs and/or quail meat is a viable option for small homesteads and urban situations.

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