We get asked often about why Gouldian finches are not breeding. Let’s address those issues today and see if we can help you figure it out. AGE Gouldians can breed by age 6-8 months (sometimes even while they’re still in juvenile feathers) but that doesn’t mean they should. Parent birds that are too young may…
What age should a Gouldian finch be before you breed it? This is a great question, and one that I get asked a lot. If you come from a background of zebra finches, you know that they’re wiling by age 3 months and can breed at 6 months! For Gouldian finches, this is not the…
Like most pets, it isn’t too expensive to get started with finches. What is important is to buy the right gear: The cage, the food, and other accessories can make or break your experience with Gouldians. Let’s take a look at what you need to get started. Cage Many people start out with a cage…
It’s amazing how many birds there are in the US. Over 3.6 million households have them–averaging 2 birds each! When you have pet birds, you have to pay special attention to air quality. Even the least scent can be toxic. Sometimes you know right away what caused the issue (like fire) and sometimes despite all…
CHOPP is an acronym. It stands for (and finches of course). The way it works is this. You use the Food Pyramid below and choose foods from each tier. Use them in the portions shown – for example, the green vegetable section at the bottom is the biggest, so most of your foods…
I just had this question about Finch Eggs and viability come up during my “Ask Finchly” time. Someone wanted to get some finches (actually not Gouldians, but that’s okay). He didn’t know for sure whether they were male and female; in this particular species, it’s really difficult to tell. “When are the eggs viable?” he…
FEEDING THE GOULDIAN FINCH Make Your Own Eggfood By Finchly December 24, 2019 This post may contain affiliate links. When creating fresh food for your fids (feathered kids), sometimes the food gets mushy. This is doubly true if certain vegetables are included, like chopped green peppers or lettuces, or if you added fruit. Some people say freezing…
What to expect Many people breed their birds without having a clue what baby Gouldian finches are like, or how to care for them. So then they have these naked, squirmy things– with strange dots on their mouths, no less — and they’re clueless. ???? Here I’ll try to give a nice overview to help answer…
FAQ (frequently asked questions) Complete Gouldian Finch chick care: your questions answered Have a question about Gouldian finch chick care or feeding?
Yes there are several things you can do, but first let me lecture you about why you should have already been doing it for them. Gouldians are fairly hardy, but depending on the way you’ve been keeping them (called your husbandry skills) they may not be in the greatest shape right now. Laying eggs, sitting on them, and…