{"title":"Frozen Quail","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrozen quail for reptile and bird-of-prey feeding, available from day-old through to 6 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"quail-1-week","title":"Quail 1 Week","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA one-week-old frozen quail, a bulkier whole-prey feeder than a mouse of similar length.\u003c\/strong\u003e Quail 1 Week is a whole frozen coturnix quail at roughly one week of age, feathers and all, used to add variety to a whole-prey feeding diet. Each pack is a single bird, sold frozen and ready to thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-week size class\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically around 23 g, larger and bulkier than a mouse of the same body length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary variety\u003c\/strong\u003e — a different texture, fat profile and feather roughage to rotate alongside a mouse-based diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuail (coturnix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 23 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 quail per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-sized snakes and monitors taking quail-sized prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder quail are graded by age rather than named size classes, since weight climbs quickly week to week. Choose a bird close to the widest part of the reptile's body, the same way you would size a mouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Week (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 23 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-sized snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-2-week\"\u003e2 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 47 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight figures are typical for the age class and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual birds vary. We currently stock 1-week and 2-week quail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole quail, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and feather in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e mid-sized carnivorous snakes and monitors that take prey of this bulk, and as a variety feed alongside mice for species that accept both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hatchlings or small juveniles, for whom a 1-week quail is oversized — a pinkie or fuzzie mouse is the safer choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Thaw in a sealed bag in the fridge, or in room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes, until soft all the way through — never in a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. Warm the thawed quail in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed quail — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — more hygienic than fingers when offering thawed prey, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy feed quail instead of mice?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuail adds variety to a whole-prey diet — a different fat profile and feather roughage compared with fur — and some reluctant feeders take quail when they've gone off mice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many quail come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne bird per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size reptile suits a 1-week quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMid-sized snakes and monitors whose body width is close to the bird's — compare against the size table above before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242285449507,"sku":"AA2329","price":32.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/quail-1-week-43506982912291.webp?v=1790234088"},{"product_id":"quail-4-week","title":"Quail 4 Week","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA four-week-old frozen quail, a large, meaty feeder for reptiles well past mouse-sized prey.\u003c\/strong\u003e Quail 4 Week is a whole frozen coturnix quail at roughly four weeks of age, feathers and all, sold as a single bird ready to thaw. It's a substantial feed for larger snakes and monitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour-week size class\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically around 155 g, well over a third heavier than a 3-week bird.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA substantial single feed\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful where you want fewer, larger feeds rather than several small ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuail (coturnix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 155 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 quail per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder quail are graded by age rather than named size classes, since weight climbs quickly week to week. Choose a bird close to the widest part of the reptile's body, the same way you would size a mouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-day-old\"\u003eDay Old\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall snakes and hatchling monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-1-week\"\u003e1 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 23 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-sized snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-2-week\"\u003e2 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 47 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-3-week\"\u003e3 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors stepping up in prey size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 Week (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 155 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-5-week\"\u003e5 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 175 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-6-week\"\u003e6 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 215 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge to very large snakes, adult monitors and birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight figures are typical for the age class and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual birds vary. We currently stock the full range from day-old through to 6-week quail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole quail, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and feather in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e large carnivorous snakes and adult monitors that take a substantial single feed, and birds of prey taking whole quail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e juveniles or any reptile whose usual prey is smaller than an adult mouse — a 4-week quail is too large for them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Thaw in a sealed bag in the fridge, or in room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes, until soft all the way through — never in a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. A bird this size can take several hours to thaw fully in the fridge; check the body cavity is soft, not just the surface. Warm the thawed quail in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed quail — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — more hygienic than fingers when offering a feeder of this size, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat suits a 4-week quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors that would otherwise need several smaller feeds — one bird does the job of a handful of mice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long does a 4-week quail take to thaw?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeveral hours in the fridge is typical for a bird this size. Check the body cavity is soft all the way through before offering it, not just the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many quail come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne bird per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs a 4-week quail suitable for birds of prey?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this size is commonly used for raptors and other birds of prey, as well as large snakes and monitors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242285482275,"sku":"AA2332","price":70.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/quail-4-week-43506983076131.webp?v=1790234088"},{"product_id":"quail-5-week","title":"Quail 5 Week","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA five-week-old frozen quail, a heavy feeder for large snakes and adult monitors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Quail 5 Week is a whole frozen coturnix quail at roughly five weeks of age, feathers and all, sold as a single bird ready to thaw. At this size it's close to full adult weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive-week size class\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically around 175 g, close to full adult size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA near-adult feed\u003c\/strong\u003e — suits reptiles almost ready for the largest quail we stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuail (coturnix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 175 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 quail per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder quail are graded by age rather than named size classes, since weight climbs quickly week to week. Choose a bird close to the widest part of the reptile's body, the same way you would size a mouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-day-old\"\u003eDay Old\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall snakes and hatchling monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-1-week\"\u003e1 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 23 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-sized snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-2-week\"\u003e2 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 47 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-3-week\"\u003e3 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors stepping up in prey size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-4-week\"\u003e4 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 155 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 Week (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 175 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-6-week\"\u003e6 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 215 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge to very large snakes, adult monitors and birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight figures are typical for the age class and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual birds vary. We currently stock the full range from day-old through to 6-week quail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole quail, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and feather in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e large carnivorous snakes and adult monitors taking near-adult-sized prey, and birds of prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e juveniles or any reptile whose usual prey is smaller than an adult mouse — a 5-week quail is too large for them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Thaw in a sealed bag in the fridge, or in room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes, until soft all the way through — never in a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. A bird this size can take several hours to thaw fully in the fridge; check the body cavity is soft, not just the surface. Warm the thawed quail in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed quail — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — more hygienic than fingers when offering a feeder of this size, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow does a 5-week quail compare to a 6-week bird?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's close in size but slightly lighter — around 175 g against roughly 215 g for a 6-week bird. Both suit large snakes and adult monitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long does a 5-week quail take to thaw?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeveral hours in the fridge is typical. Check the body cavity is soft all the way through before offering it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many quail come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne bird per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs a 5-week quail suitable for birds of prey?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this size is commonly used for raptors and other birds of prey, as well as large snakes and monitors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242285515043,"sku":"AA2333","price":75.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/quail-5-week-43506983108899.webp?v=1790234317"},{"product_id":"quail-2-week","title":"Quail 2 Week","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA two-week-old frozen quail, a bulkier whole-prey feeder for reptiles ready to step up from mice or 1-week quail.\u003c\/strong\u003e Quail 2 Week is a whole frozen coturnix quail at roughly two weeks of age, feathers and all, used to add variety to a whole-prey feeding diet. Each pack is a single bird, sold frozen and ready to thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-week size class\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically around 47 g, roughly double a 1-week bird.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary variety\u003c\/strong\u003e — a different texture, fat profile and feather roughage to rotate alongside a mouse-based diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuail (coturnix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 47 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 quail per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors taking quail-sized prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder quail are graded by age rather than named size classes, since weight climbs quickly week to week. Choose a bird close to the widest part of the reptile's body, the same way you would size a mouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-1-week\"\u003e1 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 23 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-sized snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Week (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 47 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight figures are typical for the age class and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual birds vary. We currently stock 1-week and 2-week quail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole quail, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and feather in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e larger carnivorous snakes and monitors that take prey of this bulk, and as a variety feed alongside mice for species that accept both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hatchlings, small juveniles or reptiles that only take mice — a 2-week quail is oversized for small prey feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Thaw in a sealed bag in the fridge, or in room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes, until soft all the way through — never in a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. Warm the thawed quail in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed quail — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — more hygienic than fingers when offering thawed prey, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy feed quail instead of mice?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuail adds variety to a whole-prey diet — a different fat profile and feather roughage compared with fur — and some reluctant feeders take quail when they've gone off mice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many quail come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne bird per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size reptile suits a 2-week quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarger snakes and monitors whose body width is close to the bird's — compare against the size table above before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242285547811,"sku":"AA2330","price":44.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/quail-2-week-43506982945059.webp?v=1790234317"},{"product_id":"quail-3-week","title":"Quail 3 Week","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA three-week-old frozen quail, a solid step-up feeder once mice have been outgrown.\u003c\/strong\u003e Quail 3 Week is a whole frozen coturnix quail at roughly three weeks of age, feathers and all, sold as a single bird ready to thaw. It suits reptiles that have moved past mouse-sized prey but aren't yet ready for a full-grown quail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree-week size class\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically around 100 g, more than double a 2-week bird.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA genuine step between 2-week quail and adult-sized birds\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful for reptiles growing quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuail (coturnix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 Week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 quail per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors stepping up in prey size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder quail are graded by age rather than named size classes, since weight climbs quickly week to week. Choose a bird close to the widest part of the reptile's body, the same way you would size a mouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-day-old\"\u003eDay Old\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall snakes and hatchling monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-1-week\"\u003e1 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 23 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-sized snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-2-week\"\u003e2 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 47 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Week (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors stepping up in prey size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-4-week\"\u003e4 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 155 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-5-week\"\u003e5 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 175 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-6-week\"\u003e6 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 215 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge to very large snakes, adult monitors and birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight figures are typical for the age class and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual birds vary. We currently stock the full range from day-old through to 6-week quail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole quail, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and feather in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e larger carnivorous snakes and monitors ready to move up from 2-week quail or large mice, and as a variety feed alongside mice for species that accept both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e hatchlings, small juveniles, or any reptile whose usual prey is mouse-sized or smaller — a 3-week quail is oversized for them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Thaw in a sealed bag in the fridge, or in room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes, until soft all the way through — never in a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. At this size, check the body cavity is soft, not just the surface, before offering it. Warm the thawed quail in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed quail — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — more hygienic than fingers when offering thawed prey of this size, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy move up to a 3-week quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a natural step once a reptile has outgrown mouse-sized prey but isn't ready for a full adult bird — the size gap between 2-week quail and larger birds is a big one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many quail come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne bird per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size reptile suits a 3-week quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarger snakes and monitors whose body width is close to the bird's — compare against the size table above before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs a 3-week quail bulkier than a mouse of similar weight?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — quail carry more of their mass as body and bone relative to length than a mouse, so a 100 g quail feeds like a noticeably bigger prey item than a 100 g mouse would.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242285580579,"sku":"AA2331","price":65.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/quail-3-week-43506983010595.webp?v=1790234317"},{"product_id":"quail-day-old","title":"Quail Day Old","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA day-old frozen quail chick, the smallest whole-prey feeder in our quail range.\u003c\/strong\u003e Quail Day Old is a whole frozen coturnix quail chick, feathers and all, sold as a single bird ready to thaw. It suits smaller reptiles that have outgrown pinkie mice but aren't ready for a larger bird.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmallest size class\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically around 8 g, the lightest bird we stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn entry point into quail feeding\u003c\/strong\u003e — useful for smaller snakes and hatchling monitors starting on quail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuail (coturnix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDay Old\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 quail per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall snakes and hatchling monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder quail are graded by age rather than named size classes, since weight climbs quickly week to week. Choose a bird close to the widest part of the reptile's body, the same way you would size a mouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay Old (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall snakes and hatchling monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-1-week\"\u003e1 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 23 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-sized snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-2-week\"\u003e2 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 47 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-3-week\"\u003e3 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors stepping up in prey size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-4-week\"\u003e4 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 155 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-5-week\"\u003e5 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 175 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-6-week\"\u003e6 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 215 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge to very large snakes, adult monitors and birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight figures are typical for the age class and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual birds vary. We currently stock the full range from day-old through to 6-week quail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole quail, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and feather in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e smaller carnivorous snakes and hatchling monitors that have outgrown pinkie or fuzzy mice and are starting on quail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e very small hatchlings still on pinkie mice, and reptiles that need larger, more substantial feeds — step up to a 1-week or 2-week bird instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Thaw in a sealed bag in the fridge, or in room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes, until soft all the way through — never in a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. As the smallest bird we stock, it thaws quickly, often in under an hour in the fridge. Warm the thawed quail in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed quail — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — more hygienic than fingers when offering thawed prey of this size, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs a day-old quail bigger or smaller than a pinkie mouse?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's typically a little larger than a pinkie mouse by weight, with a bulkier body shape — check against your reptile's usual prey width before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow quickly does it thaw?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeing the smallest bird in the range, it usually thaws in under an hour in the fridge, faster than the larger size grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many quail come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne bird per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's the next size up if my reptile outgrows day-old quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMove up to a 1-week quail, roughly 23 g, and continue up the size table as your reptile grows.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242285613347,"sku":"AA2328","price":23.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/quail-day-old-43506982748451.webp?v=1790234315"},{"product_id":"quail-6-week","title":"Quail 6 Week","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA six-week-old frozen quail, the largest whole-prey feeder we stock in this line.\u003c\/strong\u003e Quail 6 Week is a whole frozen coturnix quail at roughly six weeks of age, close to full adult size, feathers and all, sold as a single bird ready to thaw. It's a serious feed for large snakes, adult monitors and birds of prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix-week size class\u003c\/strong\u003e — typically around 215 g, the largest grade we carry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole animal, single ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — nothing added, nothing removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA full adult-sized feed\u003c\/strong\u003e — replaces multiple mice or smaller quail in one go.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen, not live\u003c\/strong\u003e — no feeding-response risk to your reptile and nothing to house or care for before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrozen whole prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuail (coturnix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 Week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 215 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack contents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 quail per pack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge to very large snakes, adult monitors and birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSize grading and choosing the right feeder\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeeder quail are graded by age rather than named size classes, since weight climbs quickly week to week. Choose a bird close to the widest part of the reptile's body, the same way you would size a mouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGuide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-day-old\"\u003eDay Old\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 8 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall snakes and hatchling monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-1-week\"\u003e1 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 23 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid-sized snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-2-week\"\u003e2 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 47 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-3-week\"\u003e3 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger snakes and monitors stepping up in prey size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-4-week\"\u003e4 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 155 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quail-5-week\"\u003e5 Week\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 175 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge snakes and adult monitors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Week (this product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 215 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge to very large snakes, adult monitors and birds of prey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese weight figures are typical for the age class and are a guide, not a guarantee — individual birds vary. We currently stock the full range from day-old through to 6-week quail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e100% whole quail, frozen. No additives, colours, preservatives or fillers — this is an intact animal, not a formulated food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA guaranteed analysis (crude protein, fat, fibre, moisture, ash) is not published for whole-prey items the way it is for manufactured pellets or flakes, because there is no manufacturer formulation to declare. Whole prey supplies muscle, organ, bone and feather in natural proportions, which is the basis of a whole-prey feeding diet for carnivorous reptiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e large to very large carnivorous snakes, adult monitors and birds of prey taking a full-sized single feed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e juveniles or any reptile whose usual prey is smaller than an adult mouse — this is the largest feeder in the range and is too large for smaller animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to thaw and store\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen until you're ready to feed. Thaw in a sealed bag in the fridge, or in room-temperature water changed every 10–15 minutes, until soft all the way through — never in a microwave, which cooks prey unevenly. As the largest bird in the range, this can take the better part of a day to thaw fully in the fridge; check the body cavity is soft, not just the surface, before offering it. Warm the thawed quail in warm water for a few minutes before offering it, as many reptiles respond better to a warm feed. Never refreeze a thawed quail — feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHandling and hygiene\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTreat frozen prey like raw meat: thaw it separately from human food, wash your hands and any tongs or containers after handling, and disinfect the thawing area. Discard any uneaten thawed prey rather than offering it to another animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zoo-med-plastic-feeding-tongs\"\u003eZoo Med Plastic Feeding Tongs\u003c\/a\u003e — more hygienic than fingers when offering a feeder of this size, and lets you add a little movement to trigger a feeding response.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere's no manufacturer warranty on a food item as such — the consumer guarantee under Australian Consumer Law that the product is of acceptable quality and matches its description still applies. Transfer it to your own freezer as soon as it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrozen food is pick up only from our North Lakes store, because a pack that thaws on the way cannot be refrozen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs a 6-week quail the largest you stock?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — it's the top of our size range at roughly 215 g, close to full adult weight for a coturnix quail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow long does a 6-week quail take to thaw?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow the better part of a day in the fridge for a bird this size. Check the body cavity is soft all the way through before offering it, not just the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan I refreeze a thawed quail?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Once it's thawed, feed it the same day or discard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow many quail come in a pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne bird per pack, sold individually so you can buy exactly the number of feeds you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs a 6-week quail suitable for birds of prey?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this size is commonly used for raptors and other birds of prey, as well as large and very large snakes and adult monitors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frozen Food","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55242299212067,"sku":"BA9348","price":94.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/quail-6-week-43506983141667.webp?v=1790234317"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/collections\/quail__84733.1724715662_0e80e9d5-2a52-4382-814e-7fa84aabae52.png?v=1788252683","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/collections\/frozen-quail-1.oembed","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}