{"id":372,"date":"2025-05-22T20:41:01","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T20:41:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/boltonbirds.com\/?p=372"},"modified":"2025-05-31T09:40:42","modified_gmt":"2025-05-31T09:40:42","slug":"how-to-hatch-coturnix-and-button-quail-eggs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/boltonbirds.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/22\/how-to-hatch-coturnix-and-button-quail-eggs\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Hatch Coturnix and Button quail eggs?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Bolton Birds, we offer fertile eggs from both Coturnix and Button quail varieties. While both types are rewarding to hatch, they do have some differences when it comes to incubation. Understanding these will help you achieve the best hatch rates and healthy chicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Size and Shell Differences<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Coturnix quail eggs<\/strong> are larger, with thicker shells, making them a bit sturdier and easier to handle.<br><strong>Button quail eggs<\/strong> are much smaller and have a thinner shell, which means they are more delicate and require gentle handling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Incubation Period<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Coturnix quail eggs<\/strong> typically hatch in <strong>16\u201318 days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Button quail eggs<\/strong> take a bit longer, generally <strong>18\u201320 days<\/strong> to hatch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Temperature Settings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both quail types thrive at a similar incubation temperature of about <strong>37.5\u00b0C (99.5\u00b0F)<\/strong>. However, because Button quail eggs are smaller, slight temperature fluctuations can have a greater impact, so maintaining stable conditions is especially important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Humidity Needs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During incubation, the humidity levels are similar:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>45\u201350%<\/strong> during the first 14 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>65\u201370%<\/strong> during the final \u201clockdown\u201d days before hatching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, Button quail eggs\u2019 thinner shells may require more precise humidity control to avoid drying out or excess moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Handling and Turning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both eggs need to be turned regularly (3\u20135 times daily) during incubation. Due to their smaller size, Button quail eggs are more fragile, so handle them gently when turning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Success<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a quality incubator with precise temperature and humidity controls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid overcrowding, especially with Button quail eggs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be patient\u2014Button quail eggs can take a couple of days longer to hatch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both Coturnix and Button quail eggs can be successfully hatched with the right care and attention. By understanding their differences, you\u2019ll give your eggs the best chance at healthy, happy chicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to start your hatch? Explore our selection of <strong>fertile Coturnix and Button quail eggs<\/strong> at Bolton Birds \u2014 fresh, ethically bred, and shipped same-day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Bolton Birds, we provide fertile Coturnix and Button quail eggs. 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