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Fertile Coturnix Quail Eggs - Speckled brown and white eggs hatch in 17 days; birds mature in 6 weeks. Mature males weigh from 3-1/2 to 5 oz. and mature females, 4 to 5-1/2 oz. Mature birds of both genders are about 6″ H. Females can begin laying eggs at 7 weeks old and males may begin crowing at 5 to 6 weeks old or during peak breeding season.

Note: Perishable; we must receive your order at least 2 weeks in advance of use date. Eggs are shipped on Tuesdays only.

Important: Please have your incubator regulated before eggs arrive. We must receive your order for eggs 2 weeks before use date to guarantee delivery date.