Quail (coturnix coturnix) is an animal of the bird type. It usually lives in woodland and forest areas. The weight of this animal is about 70g - 140g (2.4oz - 4.9oz) and average life span is 3 - 5 years. Cats, snakes, raccoons predators are the dangerous creatures for quails. See the table below for more information.
Facts about quails
Name | Quail |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Habitat | Woodland and forest areas |
Order | Galliformes |
Weight | 70g - 140g (2.4oz - 4.9oz) |
Class | Aves |
Distinctive Features | Small body size and brightly coloured eggs |
Colour | Brown, black, white, blue |
Phylum | Chordata |
Average Clutch Size | 6 |
Wing Span | 30cm - 37cm (12in - 14.6in) |
Genus | Coturnix |
Main Prey | Seeds, flowers, insects |
Type | Bird |
Life Span | 3 - 5 years |
Diet | Omnivore |
Scientific Name | Coturnix coturnix |
Size (H) | 11cm - 20cm (4.5in - 7.8in) |
Predators | Cats, snakes, raccoons |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Skin Type | Feathers |
Family | Phasianidae |
Top Speed | 24km/h (15mph) |