The Zebra finch is a bird that was first found in Australia and has been introduced to other areas of the world as a result of their nature which is energetic and their active way of life which is full of activity. Being one of the best of the finch species to possess as a pet, they usually are hardy, regularly living 7+ to a decade.
They're attractive, usually low in cost, very active with their movement and singing and are simple to raise as well as breed if you opt to do go into that area in your finch adventure.
They like the companionship of other birds so it is very important to buy a few at the same time and provide them with a larger size cage so they can fly around and have the space to do that.
The range of patterns you'll be able to find with the Zebra Finch lets you select which variety you prefer. The Finch varieties include the Fawn, Chestnut Flanked White, Lightback, Black or Orange Breasted and the Black Creek.
The male is usually grey on the shoulders and chest and wings and has a belly that's white. You will typically see a red and orange beak and an orange patch on their cheeks. They have a teardrop shape under the eye that ranges in color from orange, brown, tan or fawn depending on the finch.
The flanks, just under the wings, are a chestnut or orange color shading with white dots The chest is a black and white stripe looking like a zebra and that is how and where they get their name.
The female finch is also grayish on the shoulders and chest with white on their bellies too. Their beaks and legs are a lighter coloring and the teardrop shape under their eyes is black.
In the wild they live in dry areas and choose grass seed as their main diet. This continues to be the preferred diet for them if you make a decision to become a finch owner and you can occasionally offer them fresh foods. You can offer them a combination of choices of natural foods to find out which ones they tend to like.
Being really individualistic, they have different dislikes and likes so try out a number of different things and make notes of the foods the tend to prefer the most. Give them only the variety of fresh food they can eat in 24 hours and throw away any remains so this food won't spoil. Steer clear of foods like peppers, cabbage and broccoli. That kind of food often does not tend to agree well with their digestive systems.
Keep their seed container filled and give them new water daily and enjoy their cheerful busy active lifestyles.
They are beautiful, fun to watch and make great pets.
They're attractive, usually low in cost, very active with their movement and singing and are simple to raise as well as breed if you opt to do go into that area in your finch adventure.
They like the companionship of other birds so it is very important to buy a few at the same time and provide them with a larger size cage so they can fly around and have the space to do that.
The range of patterns you'll be able to find with the Zebra Finch lets you select which variety you prefer. The Finch varieties include the Fawn, Chestnut Flanked White, Lightback, Black or Orange Breasted and the Black Creek.
The male is usually grey on the shoulders and chest and wings and has a belly that's white. You will typically see a red and orange beak and an orange patch on their cheeks. They have a teardrop shape under the eye that ranges in color from orange, brown, tan or fawn depending on the finch.
The flanks, just under the wings, are a chestnut or orange color shading with white dots The chest is a black and white stripe looking like a zebra and that is how and where they get their name.
The female finch is also grayish on the shoulders and chest with white on their bellies too. Their beaks and legs are a lighter coloring and the teardrop shape under their eyes is black.
In the wild they live in dry areas and choose grass seed as their main diet. This continues to be the preferred diet for them if you make a decision to become a finch owner and you can occasionally offer them fresh foods. You can offer them a combination of choices of natural foods to find out which ones they tend to like.
Being really individualistic, they have different dislikes and likes so try out a number of different things and make notes of the foods the tend to prefer the most. Give them only the variety of fresh food they can eat in 24 hours and throw away any remains so this food won't spoil. Steer clear of foods like peppers, cabbage and broccoli. That kind of food often does not tend to agree well with their digestive systems.
Keep their seed container filled and give them new water daily and enjoy their cheerful busy active lifestyles.
They are beautiful, fun to watch and make great pets.
About the Author:
Marjorie J McDonald has written an e-book about caring for your finch and tips about being a good finch parent called Learn The Inside Scoop About Finches
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