Italian Coturnix Quail

Description

The Italian Coturnix Quail is a striking golden coloured variety of Coturnix, immediately recognisable by its much lighter plumage.

Italian Coturnix typically display an attractive combination of gold, cream, buff and brown markings, giving them a noticeably different appearance from traditional Japanese Wild Type birds.

Like other Coturnix varieties, they mature remarkably quickly. Females can begin producing their distinctive speckled eggs from around 6 to 8 weeks old when conditions, nutrition and daylight are suitable.

Their combination of attractive colouring, compact size and excellent laying potential makes Italian Coturnix a lovely choice for both new quail keepers and those wanting to introduce another colour variety into an established Coturnix flock.

Key Characteristics

Type
Italian / Golden Coturnix

Temperament
Active, inquisitive and generally easy to manage

Egg Colour
Cream to light brown with distinctive dark speckles

Egg Production
Typically around 250–300 eggs per year under good conditions

Maturity
Females can begin laying from around 6–8 weeks

Appearance
Distinctive golden, buff and cream plumage with darker markings

Hardiness
Hardy when provided with suitable dry, sheltered housing and correct nutrition

Ideal For

✔ First time quail keepers
✔ Eggs
✔ Breeding
✔ Keepers wanting an attractive golden variety
✔ Mixed colour Coturnix collections

PLEASE NOTE: Quail are social birds and should not normally be kept alone. If you are new to keeping quail, please read our Quail Keeping Guide before purchasing. If you are unsure which birds or group would be suitable for you, please contact us and we will be happy to help.