Quail
(Coturnix Coturnix )
There are around 20 species of quail and we have Japanese Quails living us on the farm they are the most common form of quail found in east Asia. .
It’s a bit of a secret that our Japanese quails are unsung superstars of the farm, they are fast runners, quick to mature and produce eggs from just 8 weeks old.
Male quail are usually smaller than the females, with brown and fawn coloured feathers. Although they look like fast land running birds they can fly which helps them escape predators.
Where can you see our Quails?
Our quails live in the silver barn with our love birds.
A WPF Secret
Quail will always have a place here at White Post Farm as they were one of the very first animals Farmer Tim bought when he opened in 1988.
The Key Facts
Habitat
A quails natural habitat is grass lands
Food and Diet
Quails will mainly eat a diet of grains but can also eat insects and small invertebrates when living in the wild.
Size
Quails are generally around 18cm in length
Population in the World
Their population is unknown but is thought to be decreasing
Conservation Status
Least concern.
Coming soon…
Take a closer look
Animal Encounters
Our Animal Encounters are a great way to get up-close and personal to your favourite farm animal for an interative 30 minute experience for your group of up to 6 people.
You will need to purchase individual daytime admission tickets if you wish to stay on the farm after your encounter.
Animal Sponsorship
Our animal sponsorship is a great way to support the Farm. We have 3 different levels of sponsorship available for a selection of our animals which is valid for a year from purchase.
Each animal sponsorship comes with its own certificate and you also get the opportunity to visit us here at the Farm.
