Long-tailed finch

The long-tailed finch is originally from Australia and has approximately 15 to 17 cm in length. Bird first described by ornithologist John Gould in 1840.

Star finch - mutations

The mutation more known in these birds is the yellow mask, but there are also tabby and yellow. More recently was developed mutation pastel.

Star finch - breeding

The star finch are ready to start playback from the year of life, because at a younger age tend to abandon their eggs.
 The nest box should be a semi-open but if there are shrubs can build your own nest, using hay and string. The female lays between 4-5 eggs that are incubated alternately with the male. Babies are born after 13 days.
A good pair can make 2 or 3 creations in year.

Star finch - temperament

The star finch is a very active bird and occupies all the spaces in the aviary, preferring shrubs and ground. They love to bathe.

These birds sleep in the nest instead of spending the night in the shrubs or on the perch.

Last turquoise parrot babies

Born today more a creation of turquoise parrot.

Parents

Babies

Star finch - feeding

A mixture of seeds for tropical birds is ideal for these birds. You can supplement the diet with pope of egg, millet and some vegetables. The sandstone is important for digestive needs.