Kuiroilastuja

Kuiroilastuja is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "quail droppings" or "quail dung." It refers to the waste material produced by quails, a group of small to medium-sized game birds. Like the droppings of other birds, kuiroilastuja is primarily composed of undigested food matter, uric acid, and feces. The color and consistency can vary depending on the quail's diet, often appearing as small, dark pellets with white urate caps.

In some contexts, kuiroilastuja might be considered a type of organic fertilizer due to its nutrient content. However, it is not as commonly utilized as fertilizer as the droppings of other livestock due to the smaller scale of quail farming and the relatively small volume produced. When managed, quail droppings can be composted and then applied to soil. Improperly handled or uncomposted droppings can carry potential pathogens. The term is generally used in agricultural or zoological discussions related to quail husbandry or waste management. It is not a term commonly encountered in everyday Finnish conversation.