Celadon Coturnix Quail Hatching Eggs

Celadon Coturnix Quail Hatching Eggs

Love a colorful eggbasket? Celadon Coturnix quail lay beautiful blue-shelled eggs—a rare and charming twist for any poultry enthusiast. While the flavor is just like any quail egg, the visual appeal of the celadon blue makes every collection feel special. These birds have been selectively bred and test-hatched through 2023 to ensure they carry the true homozygous celadon gene for consistent blue egg production.

Celadon is a recessive genetic trait, meaning both parents must carry the gene. Males don’t lay eggs, so the process requires careful breeding, hatching, and record-keeping—now offered to you as true celadon hatching eggs from verified stock.

Appearance

Plumage Variety:
Celadon Coturnix quail come in a mix of beautiful color patterns, including:

• Rosetta

• Tibetan

• Tuxedo

• Range

• White

You will receive a mix of plumage types in your hatch. Plumage color is not selectable at this time.

Temperament

Friendly and Calm:
Coturnix is known for being manageable and docile. Celadon quail is no exception—easy to raise and handle.

Ideal for Beginners:
Low-maintenance and fast-growing, suitable for small-space farming or indoor setups.

Egg Production

Blue Egg Layers:
Lay small blue-shelled eggs—a unique trait specific to Celadon genetics.

Egg Count:
Approximately 250–300 eggs/year with proper lighting and care.

True-Breeding Line:
These hatching eggs come from homozygous celadon stock, meaning most offspring will also lay blue eggs.

Note on Breeding:
Celadon is a recessive trait—males must be proven carriers. These eggs come from birds that were test-hatched through 2023 to ensure both parents are true celadon.

Celadon Coturnix Quail Facts

• Breed Type: Standard Coturnix

• Egg Color: Blue (Celadon)

• Feather Sexable: No

• Purpose: Egg Production, Hobby

• Egg Production: 250–300/year

• Egg Size: Small

• Temperament: Calm, Beginner-Friendly

• Mature Weight: Females ~10–12 oz; Males ~8–10 oz

• Laying Age: 6–8 weeks

• Color Varieties: Rosetta, Tibetan, Tuxedo, White, Range

• Vent Sexing Required: Yes

• APA Status: Not recognized

• Breeding Note: Celadon is a recessive trait—line is test-hatched for homozygosity

• Farm Source: Selectively bred and test-hatched throughout 2023 for true blue egg production
  

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Celadon quail eggs taste different?
Nope! They taste just like regular quail eggs, but they look amazing.

Will all chicks lay blue eggs?
Only females will lay, and only if they are homozygous for the celadon gene. These hatching eggs come from true-breeding stock to maximize your chances.

Can I choose the color of the adult quail?
Not yet. You'll get a mix of colors like Rosetta, Tibetan, Tuxedo, and White.

How do I have sex with them?
Celadons must be sexed vent sexed once they reach 4–6 weeks of age.

Are these jumbo quail?
No, these are standard-sized Coturnix, not jumbo.