Japanese Quail Japanese Quail Coturnix japonica with ever-present backhoes in the background, Cape Nanhui, Shanghai, October. Japanese Quail is a common passage migrant and winter visitor in Shanghai. (Craig Brelsford) Go to Birds of China page Be notified every time we post. Send an email with “Subscribe” as the subject to info@shanghaibirding.com Donate to Shanghai Birding! Choose your level (USD)Well-wisher—$10Buddy—$5Friend—$25Supporter—$50Donor—$100Sponsor—$500Champion—$1000