How to: Build a Stacked Quail Cage

In this video I show how I build my 3 tier stacked quail cages. Each cage is 6 square feet in size and can comfortably house up to 18 quail. Materials list is at the end of the video and cut list below. If you have any questions or comments please leave them in the comments section below.
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[@CoturnixCorner]

Thanks for watching! Be sure to check out my video on building a temporary holding cage for quail at kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHPLiIpqm8uJgZI

[@josemejia7394]

How much you charge for 1 male and 5 female

[@enriquebencosme9329]

Great work brother. I will start my own soon , I'll like to contact you direct for a few extra tips on starting my project. Bless and best regards

[@CoturnixCorner]

@@enriquebencosme9329 Join our Facebook group page, lots of good people willing to help. facebook.com/groups/2411942688854936/

[@cppaviary]

thanks for sharing sir!

[@kennyperry3475]

I like your cage I'm be making some but the big ones on the right of the room how long are they thanks

[@garballs1443]

So about 5 days ago I had the idea to raise some quail with no prior background or experience. I started watching your videos and they gave me the confidence to jump right into it. I'm making your 3 stack design right now and including the egg roll out bins. Great content and detail, i'll be following. Thanks!

[@MimiSupreme]

Hi how is your quail journey going a year later?

[@garballs1443]

@@MimiSupreme I started with x20 1day olds and ended up with x14 after I culled the extra males. I only used the top 2 tiers of the cage. 2/5 male/female ratio. They started laying eggs and after a couple of weeks I incubated the first batch. x36 eggs in the incubator, x33 ended up fertile, and all x33 hatched and were healthy. When those x33 were about a week old we got hit by hurricane Laura, devastating damage with my home and property and everywhere nearby. 10% of homes in my neighborhood we're unlivable or destroyed. I kept up with all the quails best I could and all 33 survived until adulthood and started laying. With all the hurricane damage I just couldn't keep up with them all and had too many eggs to deal with. I ended up giving everything away to my sister in law. If I do get back into quails I won't do a tier system, just a single layer cage where poop goes on the ground outside for easier clean up. The max I would put in the tiered cages is 7 per tier. Anymore and you have to change it daily because the poop tray stays wet, even with alot of pine shavings and its a fly breeding ground. In all, the family really enjoyed them and it was well worth the effort.

[@TheRodT]

how did it go?

[@kennethmitchell2785]

@@garballs1443 My high school biology teacher dropped by one day and filled up 2 Gatorade bottles with fly larvae. Said he would toss in the freezer for fish bait. So they are good for something. If nothing else, to feed the chickens

[@char-knee496]

Me too

[@Mork-n-Mindy]

Super easy to make...thank you! Finally something I can follow along and build!

[@CoturnixCorner]

Great and thanks for the comment!

[@s.b.9543]

I’m so grateful I came across your guide! I was having trouble with my measurements/design even tho it was basically the same set up as you. Thank you for doing this!!

[@CoturnixCorner]

I'm glad you found it helpful Sara. Good luck with your cage build and thanks for commenting!

[@thenameisjk]

Ah thanks for this video! Going to make one for Father’s Day!

[@trueintellect]

Your videos are all, very informative. Thanks for making them!

[@thatbubbleguy]

Great! I sincerely appreciate your wisdom and prompt replies! Quail on!

[@PaintballerChastO]

Thanks for posting this, I finally finished mine. Keep up the great work! Looking forward to your future videos!

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thanks for the comment, I'm glad you are enjoying the channel.

[@BigChickenLilRanch]

Thank you! I just got my quail this year and my wife and I were so happy to see our first eggs!

[@TruesMidori]

Terry, I cant thank you enough for this. You're saving my Flock.

[@craigbraley4533]

@Cortunixcorner. I made this today and followed your directions. All’s I can say is wow. What a great set up. I love it. I have the cage from hatch time it is just too pricey for me. This I did for about 175 dollars. Thank you for sharing this

[@stephaniek1346]

Built halfway through my quail condo today; framework came out solid so far :) THANK YOU so much for sharing clear instructions on how to do this!

[@CoturnixCorner]

Glad you are enjoying the videos, thanks for commenting!

[@tiffanyherrman3534]

Thank you so much for this video and the cut list! So helpful!

[@CoturnixCorner]

You're welcome, I'm glad you are enjoying the channel.

[@kevinramey1650]

Just finished this build with the egg roll out trays. It works well so far Appreciate the information

[@evegrowing7749]

Terry you do such a great job with your tutorials!

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thanks, I appreciate it.

[@purplethumb7887]

Beautiful! Thank you.

[@wallstreethomestead5979]

That looks like an excellently planned cage system, that is easy to build. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thank you for the comment!

[@houssembentounsi5184]

Terry you a boss thanks for your tips

[@nadeemkhan68]

Love the supply list and measurements at the end! Thank you!

[@markmeier4206]

I do recommend making the cage somewhat narrower so the poop trays fight a little tighter. I made mine like this and there is large gaps on the ends and in between the trays.

[@markmeier4206]

I guess I should say I made mine "twice" as wide. So my front and back rails are 74" which is just a bit too wide.

[@nadeemkhan68]

It had build mine twice to get it right since I am not a professional and it as a hobby...

[@reichelfarms1450]

One of the best channels I’m subscribed to. About to tackle this today!! Such a great video.

[@brandycrosby6008]

Great detailed video! I'm going to try and build this soon. I'm sure my quails would appreciate a proper cage.

[@glenncollins294]

I’ll like these cages. Thanks terry

[@jasondyer110]

Loved the ease of assembly. Great design. Thanks for your videos

[@CoturnixCorner]

Welcome

[@natenick2]

This is the perfect video! Just what I was looking for. Thank you

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thank you!

[@FlatMateJess]

I am loving your DIY videos. Quail aside you could have a channel just on building stuff and I'd watch that too. I am just getting into quail and I have found many of your videos very useful. I am not building this exact cage but something very similar. Thank you for the great videos!

[@obsidion18]

This is awesome! Thank you for sharing the "recipe"😊

[@MalinaBellk]

Thank you for sharing! Planning to build a cage on the weekends

[@CoturnixCorner]

Good luck with your cage build, if you have any questions join us on our Facebook Group page, lots of nice people there willing to help. facebook.com/groups/2411942688854936

[@bhusallax7691]

I think i can start making cage now, thanks a lot for the instruction sir !!

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thanks and thank you for the comment!

[@andreasnoraas1429]

I like your set ups for the cages, I’m following you, Thank you

[@Familygarden88]

Nice work and thanks for sharing!

[@Tibidomj]

Great video! Thanks

[@philipbell8163]

Thanks heaps mate, great design.

[@jeffmartin693]

Building today Love your vids!!! always seem to find the answer I need with little trouble!

[@Dreamsfullfied]

Building mine now this video is so great full of info

[@richross4415]

I am building a cage using your plan and I enjoy your videos. I plan to get my quail from Zack at Myshire Farm soon. I look forward to seeing the both of you tonight on your first live Stream.

[@Bedsheet_Necktie]

Some of the most informative videos on youtube I've seen, from coup build to modifications to feed mix ratio. Well done Sir. Thank you. 🏆

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thank you

[@DailyOrganics]

Thank you so much for this video

[@Anna-loves-you]

Thanks sir, very informative!

[@christopherclance475]

Just getting started with quail. My friend gave me 4 8 week old hens and 1 rooster to get me started. I may order some eggs to incubate once I have a few pens built. Thank you for these videos.

[@andylupa6273]

Thank you from Atlantic Canada Save a lot on material and very clear instructions not leaving us guessing Going to start the build next week and order the quail eggs as soon as all is ready. 😅

[@rabbitchickencow2451]

Very helpfull infomation.Thank you.

[@CoturnixCorner]

You are welcome and thanks for your comments!

[@laurenkorniczky]

So for the budget minded you can also buy 2x4s and cut them in half. They are the same price as a 2x2 furring strip (worth checking in your area). I suspect you could also do the math on larger lumber as well but I felt this was a good balance of time savings vs cost for me. Hope that helps bring this into the budget for someone else as well. Great video, I'll be working on the self watering system next!

[@whitetrim1]

Thanks for sharing!

[@brazosvalleysoaps]

Love how clean and functional these cages are! Thanks for the awesome, detailed video!

[@surendrareddy5905]

Helpfull to who rare chicks & quil birds thank you valuble sajation

[@CoturnixCorner]

You're welcome, thanks for the comment!

[@found1thatworks]

Went to buy 2 x 2's and 1 x 2's today. Both Major big box stores did not have any 2 x 2's and the one store that had 1 x 2's looked like they were dragged down I-35 before they delivered them. So frustrating. Thanks for the detailed instructions. The changes I will be making are to have the back and front legs 2 inches difference so I can put a slanted roof on and paint the wood for outdoor use.

[@thekatt...]

Really great video . Thank you . Greetings from northern Ontario, Canada !😊🇨🇦

[@dewayneguyton3945]

Love it!

[@mike1968442]

Very nice set up!

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thank you!

[@sakkybettacanada9343]

nice job

[@tequilauna]

Nice job.

[@asmrfr3565]

good job mr.

[@spencercarroll5007]

nice ..thanks for the video

[@amariahg5450]

My hubby and I are looking for a new coop design for our quail this spring, we're gonna be doing this! Combined with the automatic waterer, j-feeder, and egg rollout, this will be absolutely perfect for our space constraints. Thanks for posting!

[@AJ-ht3js]

What model of J-Feeder works with this setup? Thanks!

[@amariahg5450]

@@AJ-ht3js the Pet Lodge small animal feeders in either 5" or 7" width work great! Be sure to get the solid bottom and not the mesh!

[@saaremaazoo]

Greetings from Estonia. 🙂 Well done. I really like your videos.👍 Carry on.

[@jasonbecker4613]

Great video! 👍🏻

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thanks!

[@MsCaterific]

💛Living Traditions Homestead sent me here.

[@hamwihamwi486]

Very nice

[@iwantosavemoney]

Sir that is super awesome you say quail cage am thinking brooder with a few mods thanks for sharing sir

[@randomvideo2453]

wonderful work friend. I love your video.

[@CoturnixCorner]

thank you

[@trichard5106]

Thanks !!

[@user-sr6rv1ys1w]

good job

[@evanwallace3973]

Great video, well designed I’m gonna replicate it

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thanks

[@dhanbirjogi2791]

Thanks

[@movingcorpses3750]

So I love the idea. I’m building one similar to this but for outside. making it a bit more like a bunny hutch and adding a roof. Can’t have a water system though until I build a quail shed

[@renegadedouglas8927]

The quail cage came out awesome. The only thing I did different on the water system was put a shut off valve right after the bucket. That way of you have to do any repair on the cups you don't have to drain the whole bucket. You shut the vale then drain your lines only. The water remains in the bucket.

[@brettpomeroy6804]

I love your videos. Try using green treated fence boards ripped in 3 for your wire shelf. The treated lasts a bot longer and they are cheap.

[@criaderozaragoza3565]

Saludos desde México me gustan sus jaulas

[@LeonardoOliveira-em8rx]

hello my friend your great work arrived in Brazil and inspired me to build on this same model YOUR WORK WAS WONDERFUL A GREAT HUG

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thank you very much!

[@luanahaigood278]

Thank you so much for the video. This is the first thing I’ve ever tried o build . It was a success! ☺️

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thanks, I'm glad to hear it was a success. Thanks for the comment!

[@jamesasb]

very good design thankyou very much for your videos, if you are screwing ply on the back and top you dont need the diagonal bracing

[@dhanbirjogi2791]

Thanks bro I’m from nepal

[@Mork-n-Mindy]

Thank you for putting these videos up. I just got my first quail chicks and need a lot of help with the learning curve. Much appreciated!!!

[@CoturnixCorner]

Most welcome ... thanks!

[@dirtbikeking8857]

thanks man

[@davidblack5551]

Cool video

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thank you

[@gothaloonlinetv1904]

i like this

[@Truthhurts4real]

Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to explain how to build this excellent cage setup. I got all the wood I need to make this setup. I decided to pick up 2x4s and rip them to width instead of buying them individually; this saved me lots of money. I see that the bottom cage setup has a center bracing. I think you have 6 2x1s, but it needs 9 2x1s. Am I wrong, or did I not read it correctly. Once again, thank you so much; your knowledge is priceless.

[@bobcole3852]

I like this one a lot! Want to build one but mine will be outdoors so I will be using PT wood. Also, for a little added weight/stability I am considering using 2x4 for the legs. Do you think that's a good idea? We do have some high winds occasionally but I will be putting it in a protected area from the predominant winds. Thanks for what you do!

[@redvlogchannel9957]

good luck sir

[@LRHomestead]

Thanks for instructions, how many quails fit in one cage?

[@endogbelirik]

Good

[@thefacthunter6539]

Great video, I'm going to try this. Does it matter if I use treated or untreated wood? Thanks for the thorough video.

[@jesseellingson882]

What a great and informative video, Is there a cut list for this project?

[@Littleraptorland]

I built 2 of these I love them! Wish I could show them to you

[@TheShalomstead]

Leowolf * I just ordered the materials for my first one. I’m also going to build a double wide with egg rollouts for a breeder cage system. Excellent designs! Thanks so much Terry!

[@amechelb]

I love these cages. This is definitely going on my saved lists. I like the wood back and the hardware cloth. I’ve always worried about little cat paws or animal hands being able to reach through those 1x2 wire fronts.

[@CoturnixCorner]

Thanks for the comment, I'm glad you like the video.

[@amechelb]

Actually I was brain storming about how I could add egg roll out trays then noticed you were one step ahead of me and already put a mod video out for it!! So they are even more perfect!!

[@CoturnixCorner]

@@amechelb Thanks for the comment, I'm glad you are enjoying the channel.

[@lisabrownell]

In our case snakes would fit in through the larger wire. I love our black snakes but do not want to share eggs & quail with them. ;)

[@Dalcar.avotreestudio]

Really excited about doing this project with my dad. Thank you for the comprehensive step by step instructions.

[@terrifarrington9247]

Thank you for this video. I have all my pieces cut and will be assembling soon. Mine will be outside in AZ so I will seal the wood first. I'm wondering if this will work for rabbits as well. 🤔

[@BeagleHunter]

very nice instructions. Not over detailed and slow to follow but just the right amount of detail. Nice cages too. Do you not add a sand box? Mine will be outside so I may add a foot so I can enclose one end with plywood but I really like this design. Thank you.

[@melissasmomglam]

You’re my hero. Lol 😂

[@UndefinedBailiwick]

Used a similar build for my grow out cages, except I installed an insertable divider in the middle on each tier and had two horizontal opening doors instead. Once the birds in each tier are able to be sexed, the divider will go in and they can be separated by gender. This helps when I'm selling them or move onto culling them. The horizontal doors don't need another mechanism to keep them open and they can't block the other doors.

[@CoturnixCorner]

Sounds like a nice setup ... thanks for the comment.

[@simplengfarmersabaybay]

Great video! Thanks for sharing. Are you going to make a video on how u build the cage for the layers? Thanks

[@CoturnixCorner]

Just uploaded a video on making egg roll out trays for this cage. kzbin.info/www/bejne/haqsfmmQm5uci8U

[@QuantumErv]

Great video tutorial. I just found quail cages like that on craigslist for sale. Look the same as yours. Location sold is San Jose, Ca Wondering if they are yours. Great job sir.

[@troylaroe4202]

Terry, first I am new to this and love your channel as well as My Shire Farms. This is my first comment in whole so please share with My Shire as well. Just wanted to let you know the plastic netting I have heard mentioned on your channel and what to look for. It is actually polypropylene. You can find it by searching polypropylene bird netting amazon has it. You will have to scroll thru to get the proper one as there are many varieties of it.

[@dhanushs106]

You are just cool man, like a military men

[@crae1972]

I'm starting rabbits, I like the frame idea for the wire cages. I do have plans for raising quail eventually, not to the scale you are doing

[@runebooke]

you make it look easy lol

[@SpecialK16]

I wish you sold these. So cool

[@draganvracar1051]

Another good video. What is the thickness of the wire for the floor

[@Isamandiri]

bagus cara buat kandangnya

[@mommabearaudits2897]

Awesome video, I just built an eight by four foot pen for outside. It has four sections 2’ X 4’ that I want for breeding. How many females and males would you suggest for a 2x4 pen? Thanks in advance. Your videos are inspiring.

[@mrlloydum]

Thank you, this is very helpful. I'm starting my build and noticed you have a nice gravity feed water system as well as water inside the cages. I'm wondering why both? Do you have a link to the water system for parts? Thanks again.

[@matthewwotta4299]

Hey Terry, do you prefer this style or the all wire cages you are making? Is one necessarily better than the other?