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Animal Refresher, Poultry Science
Incubation Period of Japanese Quail
Incubation period for Japanese quail egg is:
- 21 days
- 17 days — Correct Answer
- 28 days
- 14 days
Explanation:
Correct Answer: 17 days
The incubation period for the Japanese quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica) egg is 17 days — the shortest among commonly farmed poultry species.
Incubation Periods of Different Poultry Species
| Species | Zoological Name | Incubation Period | Std. Egg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken (Domestic fowl) | Gallus domesticus | 21 days | 58 g |
| Duck | Anas platyrhynchos | 28 days | 70 g |
| Turkey | Meleagris gallopavo | 28 days | 85 g |
| Japanese Quail | Coturnix coturnix japonica | 17 days | 10 g |
Why Quail?
Quail have the shortest generation interval among poultry. They start laying at 6–7 weeks of age, making them ideal for research and rapid commercial production. Their eggs weigh only about 10 g (standard).
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