Facts About Coturnix Coromandelica - Rain Quail

Coturnix coromandelica, commonly known as rain quail or prairie quail, is a small bird species from the quail family (Phasianidae). Here is the detailed information of this species:

1. Physical Characteristics:

Rain quail is generally 15-17 cm long and weighs 45-65 grams. Their colors vary depending on gender and age. Males' plumage generally has more vibrant and distinctive colors, while females may have paler colors.

2. Distribution and Habitat:

This species lives in a wide area from Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and partly from India to Papua New Guinea. It can be found in a variety of habitats such as rainforests, savannas, grasslands and fields.

3. Behavior and Nutrition:

Rain quails generally feed on seeds, insects, small invertebrates and plants. They can live in groups and often move collectively when feeding in fields.

4. Reproduction:

Females usually lay 10-12 eggs in nests they dig in the ground. The chicks become independent in a short time after hatching.

Rain quail is a species that is also used for hunting purposes, and it is quite common to hunt it for culture. Additionally, this bird species may be subject to commercial hunting in some areas. However, sustainable hunting and habitat protection are important for this species' populations to remain healthy.