Jumbo Silver Schofield Coturnix Quail Collection

Scientific Name: Coturnix japonica
Colour Variety: Silver Schofield Collection (SSC)
Size Classification: Jumbo

Discover the refined elegance of our Jumbo Silver Schofield Coturnix Quail Collection, a distinctive silver-toned variety admired for its sophisticated plumage, delicate colour variations and exceptional ornamental appeal.

Characterised by beautiful shades of cool silver-grey, soft dove-grey and subtle charcoal feather markings, these remarkable Coturnix quails offer a striking alternative to traditional golden and brown colour varieties. Their beautifully muted pigmentation creates an elegant, understated appearance that makes them a captivating addition to any specialist breeding collection.

Distinctive Genetics & Breeding Value

The SSC colour variety is particularly appealing to breeders interested in exploring silver pigmentation, plumage dilution and selective colour breeding.

Schofield Silver is associated with a dilution of darker feather pigmentation, producing the characteristic soft silver-grey appearance. Its precise inheritance and interaction with other Coturnix colour mutations should be evaluated within established breeding lines rather than assumed from appearance alone.

Through careful selection and documented breeding, enthusiasts can explore variations in silver intensity, feather contrast and overall colour consistency.

Combined with selectively bred Jumbo characteristics, these birds offer both distinctive ornamental qualities and valuable opportunities for specialist breeding programmes.

Why Choose Our Jumbo SSC Quails?

• Elegant Silver Colouration: Beautiful silver-grey plumage complemented by delicate charcoal and dove-grey feather markings.

• Distinctive Breeding Appeal: A desirable variety for enthusiasts interested in silver colour development, selective breeding and Coturnix genetics.

• Exceptional Egg Layers: Healthy hens can produce approximately 250–300 eggs annually under optimal management conditions.

• Extended Productivity: With excellent nutrition and management, hens may remain productive for approximately two years, although egg production generally peaks during their first laying year.

• Jumbo Characteristics: Selectively bred for fuller body structure and desirable size characteristics, with mature weights influenced by genetics, nutrition and management.

• Early Maturity: Hens typically begin laying at approximately 6–8 weeks of age under favourable conditions.

• Ornamental Appeal: Their refined silver pigmentation makes them particularly attractive for ornamental flocks, specialist breeding collections and enthusiasts seeking unusual Coturnix colour varieties.

A Touch of Silver Elegance for Your Flock

Whether you're expanding a specialist Coturnix breeding programme or introducing distinctive colour varieties into your collection, our Jumbo SSC Coturnix Quails offer an exceptional combination of ornamental beauty, productive potential and breeding interest.

Their sophisticated silver-grey plumage, delicate feather detailing and distinctive appearance make them a beautiful addition to any carefully managed flock.