Jumbo Pharaoh Coturnix Quail Hatching Eggs

Jumbo Pharaoh Coturnix Quail Hatching Eggs

Jumbo Pharaoh Coturnix Quail—also known as Jumbo Browns, Jumbo Wilds, or SLBs (Sex-Linked Browns)—are the gold standard for meat and egg production. These robust birds are selectively bred for size, egg output, and calm temperament. Reaching over 13 oz in weight, they mature quickly and begin laying or reach butchering weight by 8 weeks.

Feather sexable by 18 days, they’re easy to manage, fast-growing, and ideal for backyard quail keepers, breeders, and small-scale meat producers.

Appearance

Feather Color:
Classic “wild-type” brown quail feathering with light and dark brown mottling. Males have rust-colored chests with a white chinstrap; females have light, speckled chests.

Body Type:
Broad, thick-bodied birds are selectively bred for meat yield and egg production. Considered the ideal dual-purpose Coturnix variety.

Head and Beak:
Typical Coturnix head structure with dark, clean beak and alert expression.

Legs and Feet:
Sturdy orange legs. Slightly longer-legged than other Coturnix due to larger size.

Temperament

Calm and Non-Flighty:
Jumbo Pharaohs are quiet and relaxed, making them a great option for suburban or stealth setups—even in HOA-restricted areas.

Social and Adaptable:
Do well in cages or aviary setups. Prefer stable environments and minimal stress.

Egg Production

Excellent Layers:
Daily layers under optimal conditions, producing 250–300 eggs/year.

Egg Appearance:
Brown-speckled quail eggs, perfect for eating, pickling, or selling.

Feather Sexable:
By around 18 days of age, you can determine sex by chest feather pattern—speckled chest = female, rust chest = male.

Dual-Purpose Value:
Lay eggs early and grow fast enough for meat use by 6–8 weeks.

Jumbo Pharaoh Coturnix Quail Facts

• Breed Type: Jumbo Coturnix (Pharaoh, SLB, Jumbo Brown)

• Feather-Sexable: Yes (at ~18 days)

• Purpose: Meat & Egg Production

• Egg Color: Speckled brown

• Egg Production: 250–300/year

• Egg Size: Small

• Temperament: Calm, quiet

• Mature Weight: Males ~12–13 oz, Females ~13–14+ oz

• Laying Age: 6–8 weeks

• Sexing Method: Feather sexing (chest pattern)

• APA Status: Not recognized

• Sustainability: Excellent for small farms and meat production

• Farm Source: Bred from select meat-producing Coturnix lines for size, growth rate, and temperament.
  
  

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Jumbo Pharaohs the same as Jumbo Browns or SLBs?
Yes! These names refer to the same variety of large Coturnix quail.

How soon do they lay or reach butcher weight?
Typically, by 8 weeks of age, with proper care and feeding.

Can they be sexed early?
Yes—females have speckled chests, males have solid rust-colored chests.

Are they loud?
No. These quail are very quiet and suitable for stealth keeping in urban or HOA environments.