Finch - Java Rice

Finches are a group of several hundred different species of small, gentle birds that come in a dazzling variety of feather colors and patterns. Many common finch species are native to Australia. Unlike parrots, who belong to the psittacine family of birds, finches belong to the passerine (songbird) family. As very social birds who live in nature in large flocks, finches should always be housed with one or more other finches. Finches are ideal pets for someone who enjoys watching, but not necessarily handling, a pet bird.

Typical appearance and behaviour 

• Finches need the company of other finches to thrive
• Not all species of finches will live harmoniously with others. Consult a finch breeder or avian veterinarian to see which species may be housed together successfully
• While not easy to tame, with daily socialization, some hand-raised finches can learn to perch on a finger
• Most finch species make frequent, pleasant chirping and chattering noises
• Finches need room to fly back and forth in their habitat, therefore, a large, horizontally oriented habitat is best
• Provide foraging toys for important mental stimulation