Large Quail – Regular Price – $3.99
Recommended for: Snakes, birds of prey, large reptiles, and exotic animals.
Safer alternative to live feeding: Frozen/thawed feeders help reduce the chance of injury during feeding sessions
Quantity per package: 5 pieces of Large Quail per bag
Type: Coturnix Quail
Size range: 7 sizes available, from Day Old to Colossal
Type: Large Quail
Individual Weight: 116–159 g
Body Length: 6-7 inches
Bag Weight: 580-795 g
Quantity in packs: 5
Storage Instructions: Store at 0°F / −18°C or colder
Feeding Style: Frozen / Thawed
For animal use only: Keep out of reach of children and non-target pets
| Stage | Weight |
|---|---|
| Day Old | 7–19 g |
| One Week Old | 20–45 g |
| Small | 46–79 g |
| Medium | 80–115 g |
| Large | 116–159 g |
| Jumbo | 160–250 g |
| Colossal | 250–350 g |
Feeding tip: Choose a feeder approximately equal to the widest portion of your reptile's body. When unsure, selecting a slightly smaller feeder is often recommended to prevent regurgitation and keep feeding stress-free.
Flash frozen: Quickly frozen after processing to help retain freshness and nutritional quality
Packaging shelf life: Food-grade vacuum-sealed bags to minimize freezer burn and extend shelf life. They are in zip lock bags
Diet: Raised on scientifically formulated feed to optimize health and nutritional value
Size accuracy: Each unit is individually weighed for consistent, reliable sizing
NPIP Certified: Raised in full compliance with the National Poultry Improvement Plan for health and safety
Bird flu free: Products undergo thorough monitoring and testing to guarantee quality and safety
Euthanasia method: CO₂ euthanasia process following AVMA guidelines
Insulation system: High-performance encapsulated fiberglass insulated blanket
Handling environment: Processed in a sanitary, professionally managed facility
Safe handling: Treat it as raw meat. Wash hands before and after handling; clean and sanitize all tools and surfaces after contact
Shipping carrier: FedEx Ground
Delivery method: Shipped with dry ice to ensure the product stays frozen in transit
Availability: In stock year-round with a consistent nationwide supply
Shipping details: Orders received before 8:00 AM CST on Monday will ship that same Monday
| Nutrient | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Protein | 21.7% |
| Fat | 9.8% |
| Ash | 3.5% |
| Moisture | 66.0% |
| Energy(kcl/g) | 6.8 |
Large Coturnix Quail offer an excellent way to diversify your pet's diet, providing a rich, natural source of lean protein, essential fatty acids, and calcium from whole bone consumption. For many reptiles and raptors, alternating between avian and rodent prey mimics their natural wild hunting habits, promoting better overall health, vitality, and enthusiastic feeding responses.
Yes, they can be stored in any standard residential freezer. Because each bird is individually flash-frozen and packaged inside heavy-duty, resealable commercial freezer bags, they are highly protected against environmental moisture. When kept sealed and completely frozen, the product will maintain its optimal freshness, nutritional profile, and quality for up to a full year.
If your animal is accustomed to rodents, it may take a few tries to adjust to feathered prey. You can gently warm the thawed quail in a plastic bag submerged in warm water right before serving to elevate its scent and body temperature. Using long feeding tongs to simulate life-like movement can also trigger your pet's natural predatory instincts. Never leave a thawed quail in your pet's enclosure for more than a few hours.
Yes, our Large Coturnix Quail are provided completely whole, meaning they are fully feathered and intact. Feathers are a natural part of a wild carnivorous diet; they provide necessary dietary roughage that aids in healthy digestive tract function and helps your pet naturally clean its digestive system.
It is entirely normal for the dry ice to sublimate (turn to gas) during transit, especially toward the end of its journey. The critical factor is the temperature of the quail themselves. If the birds are still solid, or cold to the touch with visible ice crystals remaining, they are perfectly safe to place directly into your freezer for storage.
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