Japanese quail
noun
: a quail (Coturnix japonica synonym C. coturnix japonica) of eastern Asia that is sometimes raised for its meat or eggs and is used in laboratory research
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Rather than a one-to-one version of foie gras—the fatty liver of ducks and geese—the new creation is sourced from Japanese quail, giving it a subtle gamey flavor.
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2024
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Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2024
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“Japanese quail.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Japanese%20quail. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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