A Coturnix quail hen will usually begin laying somewhere between 5 and 8 weeks of age. She will lay one egg almost every day.

Do quails lay eggs regularly?

Quail lay eggs early and often. These tiny birds begin laying while barely little more than chicks themselves, and can lay up to 300 eggs annually. ... In some states, quail are considered game birds and require special permits.

How often do quail reproduce?

This could be up to 3 times a year. Regardless of when the eggs are laid they will hatch about 23 days later. Sadly, many chicks will die 1-2 weeks after hatching. Because a bobwhite quail's life expectancy is less than one year, many quails rarely mate more than once.