Quail
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Quail
Coturnix coturnix
Quails are small, fluffy birds that like to live on the ground. They have round bodies and short tails, making them super cute!
Appearance
The Quail is a small, plump game bird with streaky brown, black, and cream plumage that provides excellent camouflage. Males often have a distinctive dark throat patch that varies in pattern. Its rounded body and short tail make it appear very compact.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderGalliformesFamilyOdontophoridaeGenusCoturnix
Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
A group of quails is called a 'covey,' and they stick together.
Baby quail can run around and feed themselves just hours after hatching!
Quail often hide by freezing perfectly still, hoping you won't see them.
Some quail travel thousands of miles across continents each year!
Special abilities
Ability
Explosive Takeoff
Quail can burst into rapid, vertical flight from a standstill because of powerful leg muscles and short, rounded wings.
Ability
Camouflage Cloak
Quail has streaky brown and cream feathers that help them disappear against the ground and grasses, hiding from predators.
Ability
Secretive Nester
Quail can build well-hidden nests directly on the ground, tucked away in dense vegetation, to protect their eggs.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 16-18 cm
- Wingspan
- 32-35 cm
- Weight
- 0.07-0.14 kg
- Lifespan
- 2-3 years
- Top Speed
- 60 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 6-12
- Incubation
- 17-20 days
- Migration Distance
- 5000 km
Diet & Feeding
Quail mostly munch on seeds and leaves, but also enjoy a tasty insect snack.
Age differences: Chicks eat more insects for protein; adults shift more to plant matter.
Primary Foods
- Grass seeds
- Weed seeds
- Leaves
- Beetles
- Ants
- Small snails
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Red Fox
Vulpes vulpes
A common predator that hunts adult quail and their chicks.
eats
Wheat
Triticum aestivum
Quail feed on fallen wheat grains in agricultural fields.
eats
Red Wood Ant
Formica rufa
Quail chicks and adults frequently consume ants.
eaten by
Common Kestrel
Falco tinnunculus
A swift bird of prey that can catch quails in open areas.
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Feathered
Feathered describes animals, primarily birds, possessing a covering of feathers.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Omnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Singing
Singing animals produce complex vocalizations, often for purposes of attracting mates, defending territory, or communicating within their species.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
Also known as
BobwhiteScaled Quail
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Quails are friendly birds, but it's best to watch them from a distance and not to touch them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Quail?
16-18 cm
What is Quail's wingspan?
32-35 cm
How much does Quail weigh?
0.07-0.14 kg
How long does Quail live?
2-3 years
How fast can Quail move?
60 km/h
What does Quail eat?
Quail mostly munch on seeds and leaves, but also enjoy a tasty insect snack.
How does Quail hunt?
Foraging
How many eggs does Quail lay?
6-12
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