Japanese Quail Cages - Poultry - Accessories

The Japanese quail, like the pheasant and the partridge, belongs to the Phasianidae family. In the early 1960s, quail farming spread throughout Europe, and to make the work of the farmer, known as a "coturniculteur," easier, a variety of quail cages were produced. Since then, these cages have undergone improvements and have evolved into the models we now sell on our website.

There are three types of quail cages:

• The Maternity Cage: This cage is designed to house quail chicks for approximately 10 days. It features a heating element, typically a 150W infrared bulb (IR) or a 90W or 180W heating mat. The heat produced inside this cage replaces the warmth of the mother quail for the chicks. Inside the maternity cage, there is a 30 cm PVC feeder for specialized chick food, which includes a protein supplement. The cage also includes a 0.75L drinker. You can place around 50 chicks in the cage at a time.

• The Fattening Cage for Quail: This is a galvanized steel cage equipped with a 70 cm linear feeder designed specifically for quail. It also features an automatic float valve drinker to provide the necessary water for the birds. With a 18-liter water reservoir, your quail will remain well-hydrated. Quail will stay in this cage for about 5 weeks, the time required to reach adulthood.

• The Laying and Breeding Cage: This is the same cage as the fattening cage, but with an inclined floor. The incline directs the quail eggs into a collection tray. This ensures the eggs remain clean and can later be placed in an incubator or simply consumed. Quail in laying cages remain for about 28 weeks, which is the duration of their laying period.

All quail cages are equipped with a removable droppings tray, which makes cleaning much easier. The tray should be made of at least 1 mm thick galvanized steel to prevent it from bending under the weight of the droppings. Cages should be cleaned with a high-pressure cleaner every 5 weeks. After the cages dry completely, spray an antibacterial disinfectant solution such as Virkon inside.