How big does a California Quail get?

males about 0.4 lb, females about 0.4 lb.

What is a California Quail good for?

Kept mainly for ornamental / show.

This breed goes broody sometimes.

The California Quail originates from United States.

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Ornamental Origin: United States

Sources: APA Standard of Perfection / Livestock Conservancy · varies / seasonal — left blank. Blank fields are left empty — never invented.

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What color eggs does a California Quail lay?: cream / speckled.
How big does a California Quail get?: males about 0.4 lb, females about 0.4 lb.
What is the California Quail temperament like?: Typically active, alert.
Is the California Quail cold-hardy?: Cold hardiness: Good.
Can the California Quail handle heat?: Heat tolerance: Good.
What is a California Quail good for?: Kept mainly for ornamental / show.
Does the California Quail go broody?: This breed goes broody sometimes.
Where does the California Quail originate from?: The California Quail originates from United States.

Egg data pending

~100 eggs/yr

~290 eggs/yr