Finches

Of the many birds in the world, finches are undoubtedly some of the extremely attractive and colorful birds. Their colorful body patterns are a sight to behold and their songs are absolutely melodious.  As such, these little birds are a darling to many people and always loved and welcomed. On top of their attractive physical

Bird signals are distinct, complicated, and used to communicate with one another. These signals can be classified as “chirping” & “singing.” Moreover, the frequency of these activities depends on the type of bird. Diurnal birds are more active during the day, and nocturnal will be active at night. However, diurnal birds can still chirp at

During cold winters, like other birds, finches also warm the air between its feather with the help of their body heat. By fluffing up during the cold season, they trap maximum air between their feathers and stay warm. However, if the outdoors is not cold or you have maintained the required room temperature and still

Most birds have the intelligence to understand and appropriately reciprocate our commands. At the same time, as we indulge in training our pet birds, depending on various factors, some birds will be easy to train, while some will fare better in comparison to others. So, how do finches fare, and is it even possible to

Finches, like most birds, are omnivores that eat a variety of food. Omnivore’s diets include different types of seeds, fruits, nectar, insects, worms, fish, and small rodents. So, what do finches eat? Finches are primarily seed-eaters, and their diet is based on a variety of plant seeds. Besides seeds, depending on the season and availability,

In wild or captivity, finches need proper nutrition, rest, and a stress-free environment to survive. Any intermittent risk coming from predators, bad weather, and changing ecosystems can impact their lives. So, how long do finches live? Finches have an average lifespan of 4 to 7 years. However, they live longer in captivity as they don’t

Suppose you have a female bird in your aviary; it is unquestionably natural for the bird to lay an egg. It is also not necessary that the egg will hatch, and you will have a young chick. If your female bird lays an egg(s) despite being unexposed to a male bird, it is possible that

Birds are either diurnal or nocturnal. Most birds are diurnal, which means they are energetic and engage in courtship, grooming, nesting, nurturing, singing, and other activities during the day. Bird species like hummingbirds, passerines, and songbirds are considered to be diurnal. While owls, nightjars, and frogmouth are active at night and find a safe place

Zebra Finches are friendly and love the company of their mates. In the wild, they live in flocks and share a powerful bond. In captivity, too, they remain sociable and bond very well with their cage mates. At times, due to space constraints, they may resort to aggressive behavior to keep others away. It may