Abstract

Nowadays, the quails are documented as alternative species over other poultry species. The rapid growth rate, low feed necessities, high nutritional value of meat & eggs, and short production periods are all advantages of the quail. Quail are being held in greater numbers and varieties for food production, research, and other purposes. However, there are some challenges facing the quail industry as quails are susceptible to some viral diseases that have harmful effects as quail bronchitis, avian influenza, Newcastle disease, coronavirus infection, avian encephalomyelitis, Marek's disease, lymphoid leukosis, reticuloendotheliosis tumors, and avian pox. These viral diseases are causing significant financial losses due to poor feed conversion, decreased hatchability, and increased mortality in the quail industry, and so on. Therefore, the aim of the existing manuscript is intended to present a review about the extremely vital emergent viral infections upsetting quails all over the world accompanied by information on their prevention and control.

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