I was trying to figure out what color quail we have if any one wants to give any input! *edited to add description of their coloring since my camera wasn't showing the colors the best.
Here's my guesses:
#1 red & black with yellow eyebrows- Tibetan
#2 lavender & white-?
#3 solid gray- Lavender...
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Hello! I just found BYC & was excited there's a forum for fellow chicken enthusiasts to talk chickens & have a resource of knowledge from other chicken owners!
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