Recent content by Nabiki
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Thinking about quail and have questions.
1 - It depends on the personalities of the males in question. I keep 20 square foot pens with 12 birds, 2 males, 10 hens, but sometimes the males will fight. When that happens, I cull one or both of the males and try again until I get ones that get along. The more hiding places you have, the... -
Thinking about quail and have questions.
1 - The disease issue is more chicken to quail. Chickens have resistances to several common diseases that quail do not. 1a - The 6'x 10' pen will probably work for quail, but make sure that it is covered with 1/2" hardware cloth and predator proof. 1b - a LOT. You want them to have at least... -
What diameter feeder opening for my coturnix quail?
I wouldn't mind getting some of my old line back. They had some really fun colours. Have you seen my new button habitat? -
Emergency quail attacked! Unsure what else to do!
It sounds like you're doing the right things. I do have a couple of questions, though, in case it might be something you can prevent in the future. How many do you have? How much space do they have? Do they have plenty of hiding places? What species? (coturnix, button, bobwhite, etc) How many...- Nabiki
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- Forum: Emergencies / Diseases / Injuries and Cures
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What diameter feeder opening for my coturnix quail?
Oh, that's nice to hear! I rehomed all of my buttons before I moved, but I have a new line now. :) -
What should i do to stop an aggressive female without culling.
:welcome I would pull her out for a day, then put her back in. Being alone for a day will not be pleasant for her, and will hopefully readjust her attitude. Let us know if that doesn't work. -
What diameter feeder opening for my coturnix quail?
It might be because you're a new user. New user accounts usually have some restrictions on a lot of forums. You can ask questions here. -
What diameter feeder opening for my coturnix quail?
I'm not sure. You should be able to. What error message are you getting? -
What diameter feeder opening for my coturnix quail?
I would think that any 1.3" or up would work. -
What made you happy today?
You two have made me realize it's time to pull Audrey out of the 'fridge to make some bread. (Audrey is my sourdough starter)- Nabiki
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- Forum: Random Ramblings
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Things you wish you could say
Why did I hear that in Tina Turner's voice?- Nabiki
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- Forum: Random Ramblings
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What color are my quail?
Italians are usually lighter in colour. I'm not an expert on colours, though. Even in the six years that I've been raising quail the colour names have changed and a lot of new colours have been introduced. -
What color are my quail?
Individual pics would help, but I see two dotted whites, two pharaohs, and two that look like tibetan. I'm not sure what the one in the middle is, but I suspect sparkly. -
Help with Gambel, Bobwhite food
I haven't used Mazuri feed for my birds but they were what I used for my chinchillas. They have a very good reputation and are pricey for a reason. -
Help with Gambel, Bobwhite food
Bobwhite and gambels have pretty much the same dietary needs as coturnix and buttons. Here is an article that will help you find what you're looking for. I hesitate to recommend specific brands since you can often find good local brands that have all the nutrition that they need...