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Description

Sunset Coturnix Quail Fertile Hatching Eggs

Bring warm color and productive Coturnix genetics to your next hatch with Sunset Coturnix Quail Fertile Hatching Eggs. This distinctive Sunset Mix combines jumbo and standard Coturnix lines selected for attractive feather variation, productive laying, and fast growth, making these fertile quail eggs a practical choice for breeders, homesteaders, small farms, 4H projects, and backyard quail keepers.

Sunset Coturnix can hatch in a range of warm golden and creamy tones, with occasional lighter or snowy feathering adding even more variety to the flock. Once fully feathered, these quail are feather-sexable: females develop spotted chests, while males have smooth, solid-colored chests. The breeding line also produces lighter, shinier, harder egg shells.

Key Features

  • Sunset Mix Coturnix Genetics: A blend of jumbo and standard Coturnix lines developed for color, productivity, and performance.
  • Varied Feather Colors: Hatches can produce warm golden and creamy coloring along with occasional light or snowy feathering, creating natural variation within the flock.
  • Feather-Sexable Birds: Once fully feathered, females can be identified by their spotted chests, while males develop smooth, solid chests, making mature birds easier to distinguish.
  • Early Egg Production: Coturnix hens can begin laying at approximately 6–8 weeks of age and may produce up to 300 eggs per year.
  • Fast-Growing Quail: Coturnix can reach table weight in as little as eight weeks, making them useful for keepers raising quail for both eggs and meat.
  • Farm Fresh and Hand Collected: Fertile hatching eggs are gathered daily and carefully packed before shipment.
  • NPIP-Certified Source: Raised by a licensed game farm in Mayo, Florida, with NPIP certification #3289 and game farm license #894-000114.

A Versatile Coturnix Quail for the Home Flock

Coturnix quail are valued by poultry keepers because they combine a compact bird with early maturity and productive egg laying. Sunset Coturnix add distinctive feather variation to those practical characteristics, making them well suited to breeding programs, homesteads, small farms, 4H projects, and hobby flocks where both appearance and productivity matter.

Their docile nature and hardiness in a range of climates also make Coturnix approachable for newer quail keepers. For those building a larger or more varied hatch, Sunset eggs can be mixed and matched with other Coturnix and Bobwhite hatching egg varieties available from Gone Broody.

Buy More Hatching Eggs and Save

The Get More Eggs and Save discount is automatically applied at checkout, with no coupon code required. Buy any eligible egg product and receive 10% off another egg product, with the discount applying up to three times per order. Mix and match Sunset Coturnix, other Coturnix, and Bobwhite hatching eggs to build the hatch that fits your flock plans.

Shipping and Local Pickup

  • Lower 48 States: Free shipping via FedEx 2-Day Express.
  • Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Territories: Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail.
  • Processing: Eggs ship daily, with most orders leaving within three days depending on flock demand.
  • Local Pickup: Farm pickup is available near Mayo, Florida. Select Pick Up during checkout, and pickup details will be provided when the eggs are ready.
  • Protective Packaging: Eggs are packed in sturdy cardboard cartons with shredded recycled cardboard for added protection during transit.

Know Before You Buy

  • Hatch Results Vary: These are live fertile hatching eggs, and successful development and hatching depend on incubation conditions and handling after shipment.
  • Weather and Transit: Shipping conditions and weather at the destination are outside the farm's control and may affect delivery.
  • Damaged FedEx Shipments: If eggs arrive damaged on a FedEx order, provide photos of the eggs, shipping box, and label so a claim can be handled.
  • Returns: Fertile hatching eggs cannot be returned.
Hatch Policy

Hatch Rate Policy

Our hatcheries guarantee that eggs are fresh and fertile at the time of shipment, but hatch rates are not guaranteed. Hatch success can vary widely based on shipping stress, incubation setup, temperature, humidity, turning, and individual incubation practices. Because these variables are beyond the hatchery’s control, no hatch-rate guarantee is offered.

See the full policy here Hatch Rate Policy.

Fertility Checks for Quail Eggs

Fertility is monitored at the flock level on the farm, not by testing each individual egg. Every breeding group is regularly verified through internal test hatches. If any flock ever drops below expectations, it is paused from hatching-egg shipping immediately until performance is strong again.

Lazy roosters are almost never an issue, because farms rotate roosters routinely to keep breeding behavior active and consistent. When a test hatch shows a 90%+ fertility rate, that flock is cleared for shipping fertile eggs again. Eggs from flocks that don’t meet that standard are never shipped as hatching eggs — instead they are used for farm test hatches, pet food toppers, premium dog/cat meal add-ins, or sold as eating eggs.

Customer hatch reports are also tracked. Recent feedback included multiple 100% hatch rate reports, which is exceptional for mailed eggs, where 50% is already considered a solid average. Packaging slips invite every buyer to share hatch results, so fertility data stays real-world verified, transparent, and continually confirmed.

Can a slightly cracked egg be incubated?

If a fertile egg arrives with a very small hairline crack, some customers have successfully sealed the shell by applying a tiny drop of melted wax, provided the membrane beneath the shell remains intact. Eggs with larger cracks or damaged membranes should not be incubated and should be discarded or repurposed if safe to do so. During incubation, eggs should be monitored closely—any egg that begins to leak liquid at any point should be removed immediately. For best hatch results, eggs should be incubated pointy end down and turned gently side-to-side, which supports proper embryo development. Incubators that roll or shift eggs along the floor or sideways are less ideal, especially for eggs that may have experienced minor shell damage during shipping. Candling around day 7–10 can help confirm whether development has started and guide next steps during incubation.

Why Buy from Us

Why Buy From Gone Broody?

Real help. Practical guidance. No high-pressure sales pitch.

Gone Broody was built for customers who want more than a product page and a Buy Now button. We specialize in poultry products, from everyday flock supplies and incubation equipment to chicken coop kits, fully assembled coops, and large custom builds.

More importantly, we actually help you sort through the options. We’ll talk through your flock, your property, your goals, and your budget and help you find the product that makes the most sense for how you actually keep chickens.

We’d rather help you buy the right thing than the most expensive thing.

Real Help From People Who Know the Products

Some purchases are simple. Others involve sizing, customization, site preparation, delivery, setup, or choosing between several very different products. That’s where knowledgeable customer service matters.

Ask questions. Send us a sketch. Tell us what you’re worried about. If a simpler option works better, we’ll tell you. If we think you’re about to outgrow something, we’ll tell you that too.

More Choices. Better Guidance.

Because Gone Broody works with multiple builders, brands, hatcheries, and specialty suppliers, we aren’t limited to recommending one manufacturer’s solution. We can help you compare different styles, materials, sizes, features, and price points and find the best match for your flock.

No high-pressure sales pitch. No forcing every customer into the same product. Just practical, knowledgeable help finding what works for you.

Quail Hatching Eggs For Sale

Description

Sunset Coturnix Quail Fertile Hatching Eggs

Bring warm color and productive Coturnix genetics to your next hatch with Sunset Coturnix Quail Fertile Hatching Eggs. This distinctive Sunset Mix combines jumbo and standard Coturnix lines selected for attractive feather variation, productive laying, and fast growth, making these fertile quail eggs a practical choice for breeders, homesteaders, small farms, 4H projects, and backyard quail keepers.

Sunset Coturnix can hatch in a range of warm golden and creamy tones, with occasional lighter or snowy feathering adding even more variety to the flock. Once fully feathered, these quail are feather-sexable: females develop spotted chests, while males have smooth, solid-colored chests. The breeding line also produces lighter, shinier, harder egg shells.

Key Features

  • Sunset Mix Coturnix Genetics: A blend of jumbo and standard Coturnix lines developed for color, productivity, and performance.
  • Varied Feather Colors: Hatches can produce warm golden and creamy coloring along with occasional light or snowy feathering, creating natural variation within the flock.
  • Feather-Sexable Birds: Once fully feathered, females can be identified by their spotted chests, while males develop smooth, solid chests, making mature birds easier to distinguish.
  • Early Egg Production: Coturnix hens can begin laying at approximately 6–8 weeks of age and may produce up to 300 eggs per year.
  • Fast-Growing Quail: Coturnix can reach table weight in as little as eight weeks, making them useful for keepers raising quail for both eggs and meat.
  • Farm Fresh and Hand Collected: Fertile hatching eggs are gathered daily and carefully packed before shipment.
  • NPIP-Certified Source: Raised by a licensed game farm in Mayo, Florida, with NPIP certification #3289 and game farm license #894-000114.

A Versatile Coturnix Quail for the Home Flock

Coturnix quail are valued by poultry keepers because they combine a compact bird with early maturity and productive egg laying. Sunset Coturnix add distinctive feather variation to those practical characteristics, making them well suited to breeding programs, homesteads, small farms, 4H projects, and hobby flocks where both appearance and productivity matter.

Their docile nature and hardiness in a range of climates also make Coturnix approachable for newer quail keepers. For those building a larger or more varied hatch, Sunset eggs can be mixed and matched with other Coturnix and Bobwhite hatching egg varieties available from Gone Broody.

Buy More Hatching Eggs and Save

The Get More Eggs and Save discount is automatically applied at checkout, with no coupon code required. Buy any eligible egg product and receive 10% off another egg product, with the discount applying up to three times per order. Mix and match Sunset Coturnix, other Coturnix, and Bobwhite hatching eggs to build the hatch that fits your flock plans.

Shipping and Local Pickup

  • Lower 48 States: Free shipping via FedEx 2-Day Express.
  • Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Territories: Free shipping via USPS Priority Mail.
  • Processing: Eggs ship daily, with most orders leaving within three days depending on flock demand.
  • Local Pickup: Farm pickup is available near Mayo, Florida. Select Pick Up during checkout, and pickup details will be provided when the eggs are ready.
  • Protective Packaging: Eggs are packed in sturdy cardboard cartons with shredded recycled cardboard for added protection during transit.

Know Before You Buy

  • Hatch Results Vary: These are live fertile hatching eggs, and successful development and hatching depend on incubation conditions and handling after shipment.
  • Weather and Transit: Shipping conditions and weather at the destination are outside the farm's control and may affect delivery.
  • Damaged FedEx Shipments: If eggs arrive damaged on a FedEx order, provide photos of the eggs, shipping box, and label so a claim can be handled.
  • Returns: Fertile hatching eggs cannot be returned.
Hatch Policy

Hatch Rate Policy

Our hatcheries guarantee that eggs are fresh and fertile at the time of shipment, but hatch rates are not guaranteed. Hatch success can vary widely based on shipping stress, incubation setup, temperature, humidity, turning, and individual incubation practices. Because these variables are beyond the hatchery’s control, no hatch-rate guarantee is offered.

See the full policy here Hatch Rate Policy.

Fertility Checks for Quail Eggs

Fertility is monitored at the flock level on the farm, not by testing each individual egg. Every breeding group is regularly verified through internal test hatches. If any flock ever drops below expectations, it is paused from hatching-egg shipping immediately until performance is strong again.

Lazy roosters are almost never an issue, because farms rotate roosters routinely to keep breeding behavior active and consistent. When a test hatch shows a 90%+ fertility rate, that flock is cleared for shipping fertile eggs again. Eggs from flocks that don’t meet that standard are never shipped as hatching eggs — instead they are used for farm test hatches, pet food toppers, premium dog/cat meal add-ins, or sold as eating eggs.

Customer hatch reports are also tracked. Recent feedback included multiple 100% hatch rate reports, which is exceptional for mailed eggs, where 50% is already considered a solid average. Packaging slips invite every buyer to share hatch results, so fertility data stays real-world verified, transparent, and continually confirmed.

Can a slightly cracked egg be incubated?

If a fertile egg arrives with a very small hairline crack, some customers have successfully sealed the shell by applying a tiny drop of melted wax, provided the membrane beneath the shell remains intact. Eggs with larger cracks or damaged membranes should not be incubated and should be discarded or repurposed if safe to do so. During incubation, eggs should be monitored closely—any egg that begins to leak liquid at any point should be removed immediately. For best hatch results, eggs should be incubated pointy end down and turned gently side-to-side, which supports proper embryo development. Incubators that roll or shift eggs along the floor or sideways are less ideal, especially for eggs that may have experienced minor shell damage during shipping. Candling around day 7–10 can help confirm whether development has started and guide next steps during incubation.

Why Buy from Us

Why Buy From Gone Broody?

Real help. Practical guidance. No high-pressure sales pitch.

Gone Broody was built for customers who want more than a product page and a Buy Now button. We specialize in poultry products, from everyday flock supplies and incubation equipment to chicken coop kits, fully assembled coops, and large custom builds.

More importantly, we actually help you sort through the options. We’ll talk through your flock, your property, your goals, and your budget and help you find the product that makes the most sense for how you actually keep chickens.

We’d rather help you buy the right thing than the most expensive thing.

Real Help From People Who Know the Products

Some purchases are simple. Others involve sizing, customization, site preparation, delivery, setup, or choosing between several very different products. That’s where knowledgeable customer service matters.

Ask questions. Send us a sketch. Tell us what you’re worried about. If a simpler option works better, we’ll tell you. If we think you’re about to outgrow something, we’ll tell you that too.

More Choices. Better Guidance.

Because Gone Broody works with multiple builders, brands, hatcheries, and specialty suppliers, we aren’t limited to recommending one manufacturer’s solution. We can help you compare different styles, materials, sizes, features, and price points and find the best match for your flock.

No high-pressure sales pitch. No forcing every customer into the same product. Just practical, knowledgeable help finding what works for you.