Zero day attack? Nope... Day zero cuteness attack!

These are coturnix quail who have only hatched in the last day or so. There are stones in their water so they do not drown. They are eating a 24.5% protein and 5% fat feed (heavy on the meal worms as they were what we had initial access to.) We will introduce some more fish meal I think, to get protein, DHA, and EPA higher.

These chickies are mainly for manure and eggs, so the typically prescribed 28-30% protein level might not be as necessary as it would be if they were for meat only... Still thinking about it anyway.

The thermostat is cruising at 95°F/35°C. Will probably drop it 1.69° per day starting tomorrow.

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