Raising Game Birds
Practical guides to the species our members raise across the Southeast — from brooding and housing to feed, flock health, and breeding. Written for producers, by an association of producers.
Bobwhite Quail
Colinus virginianus
The Southeast’s signature game bird — raised for hunting preserves, restocking, and meat.
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Japanese (Coturnix) Quail
Coturnix japonica
The fastest-maturing game bird — laying in ~6 weeks, popular for eggs, meat, and research.
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Chukar
Alectoris chukar
A hardy, arid-adapted partridge raised for hunting preserves and dog training.
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Hungarian Partridge
Perdix perdix
The gray partridge — a fast, covey-holding upland bird raised for preserves and restocking.
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Mallards
Anas platyrhynchos
Game-farm mallards raised for hunting preserves, release, and the table.
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Pheasants
Phasianus colchicus
Ring-necked pheasants — the classic preserve bird, raised at scale for hunting and release.
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Wild Turkeys
Meleagris gallopavo
Wild-strain turkeys — raised under strict regulation, primarily for restoration and education.
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These guides are a member benefit and an educational resource for anyone getting started in the gamebird business. Want to raise birds with a network of seasoned growers behind you? Join SEGB for $40/year →