Finch

Zebra finches are easy to care for and make wonderful pets. They are friendly by nature and adapt well to living close to humans. They can also be trained easily, if given the right training by the owner. These birds are a monogamous species that pair for life. Males have a distinctive chest barring and orange cheeks, unlike the females. Flight cage The flight cage is one of the most important tools for keeping your pet finch healthy and happy. Finches should be allowed out of their cages daily to fly around and get some exercise. This will also help ... Read more

Often seen in groups House Finches are year-round residents. They thrive in cities, towns and farmland with lawns, weedy areas and trees but avoid dense forests. They are common visitors to bird feeders and especially love nyjer and black oil sunflower seeds. Listen for their roller coaster-like flight pattern and beautiful series of warbles and chirps. They nest later than most other birds and build cup-like nests in twigs, brush or natural cavities. American Goldfinch Goldfinches are most easily spotted at bird feeders in winter. They are a cheerful addition to any backyard, as their colors and songs bring cheer ... Read more

Genetics can be quite complicated especially when dealing with a bird as diverse as the yellow gouldian finch. The permutations and explanations could fill a book. Researchers have found that head color morphs of Gouldian finches differ in their exploratory and risk-taking behavior in the wild. They also follow different species of Estrildid finches when visiting waterholes. The Gouldian Finch The Gouldian Finch is a very beautiful, endemic, primarily seed-eating finch found in Australia. The Gouldian Finch is a popular bird in aviculture due to its vibrant color and beautiful song. It inhabits savannas and open woodlands of northern Australia. ... Read more

Zebra finches are monogamous by nature and mate for life. They breed throughout the year and nest in thorny shrubs and trees, as well as in ledges of buildings. The birds have modest dietary needs and do fine with commercial finch mixes, drinking water, a cuttlebone and some grit. They also enjoy a variety of seeds, fruits and vegetables. Size A small bird, a male zebra finch typically weighs less than an ounce. These little birds get their name from the zebra-like stripes that mark their cheeks and chest. Males are also able to be distinguished by their mustache markings, ... Read more

In captivity, Gouldian finches with the Black mutation rarely survive outdoors. They also have a poorer survival rate in indoor aviaries. Future studies should explore whether head color morphs differ in behavior in the wild. For example, dietary generalists are expected to embrace new foods rapidly in response to environmental change, while dietary specialists are averse to these changes. Origin Gouldian finches were first described by the British ornithological artist John Gould in 1844. He assigned different species names to the three morphs, and there was considerable debate for half a century on whether these constituted separate species or subspecies. ... Read more

Zebra finches are a popular species that are enjoyed by aviculturists for their unique appearance and social behavior. However, many people do not realize that there are a number of mutations available for this species. One such mutation is the black cheek zebra finch. This recessive mutation allows the birds to have a black face marking that starts behind their beak and ends at their eyes. Black cheeks The black cheek serves several functions for zebra finches in the wild. The most important is the visual signal it sends to potential mates during breeding season. Males with more substantial black ... Read more

Canaries and finches are two of the most popular small bird species. They often interact with each other in the wild, but can they live together in a cage? Canaries are loners that enjoy living alone. They can coexist with other similarly sized birds when provided with plenty of room for flying and their own perch. Size Canaries and finches differ in size, activity level, and diet. Canaries tend to be more active, and are a better choice for people looking for a high-energy pet. They also tend to have a more varied diet than finches, including a variety of ... Read more