Jumbo Grau Fee Tuxedo Coturnix Quail

Elegant silver-grey plumage, striking white markings, and distinctive feather patterns — the Jumbo Grau Fee Tuxedo Coturnix Quail is a captivating addition to any ornamental or specialty breeding flock.

Scientific Name: Coturnix japonica
Colour Variety: Grau Fee Tuxedo
Size Classification: Jumbo

The Jumbo Grau Fee Tuxedo Coturnix Quail is a beautifully patterned colour variety that combines the cool, muted tones of the Grau Fee plumage mutation with the contrasting white markings of the tuxedo pattern. The result is an exceptionally attractive bird characterised by sophisticated grey colouration, delicate feather detailing, and a distinctive two-toned appearance.

The Grau Fee colouration is recognised for its reduced warm brown pigmentation, producing a predominantly cool-toned appearance with shades of silver-grey, charcoal, slate, and soft smoky grey. Darker feather markings create subtle depth and definition across the head, back, and wings, giving the plumage an intricate, layered appearance.

The tuxedo pattern introduces contrasting white feathering, commonly appearing across the chest, throat, breast, and underside. The extent and distribution of these white markings vary between individuals, creating striking contrasts against the bird's silvery-grey upper plumage. Some birds display a neatly defined white chest, while others exhibit more extensive or irregular white feather patches.

As part of our Jumbo Coturnix range, these birds are selected from larger-bodied breeding lines and exhibit the characteristic broad breast, rounded body structure, and sturdy frame associated with Jumbo Coturnix quail.

Distinctive Characteristics

• Grau Fee Colouration: Beautiful cool-toned plumage featuring silver-grey, slate, charcoal, and smoky-grey shades.

• Contrasting Tuxedo Markings: Distinctive white feathering against the darker grey base colour, producing an elegant two-toned appearance.

• Intricate Feather Patterns: Subtle darker markings and delicate feather detailing create depth throughout the coloured plumage.

• Individual Colour Variation: Each bird displays a unique combination of grey tones and white feather distribution.

• Jumbo Coturnix Build: Broad-bodied birds bred from larger-framed Coturnix lines.

• Specialty Breeding Appeal: An attractive variety for breeders exploring the interaction between Grau Fee colouration and tuxedo plumage patterns.

• Non-Feather-Sexable Variety: Males and females cannot be reliably distinguished by their plumage alone. Alternative sexing methods, such as vent sexing once sexually mature, are required for accurate identification.

A Striking Combination of Colour and Contrast

What distinguishes the Jumbo Grau Fee Tuxedo is the beautiful interplay between its cool grey feathering and crisp white markings. Unlike warmer brown or golden Coturnix varieties, its muted silver-grey palette creates a refined appearance, while the tuxedo pattern adds bold contrast and individuality.

Whether you're developing a collection of distinctive Coturnix colour varieties or introducing an eye-catching addition to an ornamental flock, the Jumbo Grau Fee Tuxedo Coturnix Quail offers a beautiful combination of unusual colouration, elegant markings, and Jumbo Coturnix characteristics.

Important Information

Feather Sexing: This variety is not reliably feather sexable. Male and female birds generally display similar plumage characteristics, meaning sex cannot be accurately determined through feather colour or pattern alone. Vent sexing in sexually mature birds is recommended, although immature birds may need additional time before their sex can be confidently established.

Colour Variation: Plumage shades, feather patterns, and the distribution of white tuxedo markings may vary between individual birds. Breeding outcomes depend on the genetic characteristics of the breeding pair.