Aussie Finch Forum — September Newsletter

Hi,

Welcome back to the Aussie Finch Forum newsletter.

Just wanted to start with a quick admin update: Going forward, newsletters will be sent out every second month instead of every month.

While the COVID situation continues to drag on, there just aren't enough bird sales and events happening to warrant a new newsletter every 30 days. Obviously we'll pick it back up a bit once there's more stuff happening.

Hopefully everyone's spring breeding season is off to a great start. Those blessed with good weather should be starting to see the first chicks emerge, which is always a thrilling time of the year.

Anyway, enjoy the newsletter, and we'll see you again in November.

New forum topics in September

Does cucumber have any nutritional value for finches?

Is there anything better than Trill bird seed mix?

What are your 2021 breeding projects?

Is it common for plum-headed finches to drop dead?

Can a spare RFPF be housed with tricolour parrotfinches?

Bird Sale Calendar

Queensland's Bundaberg, Gold Coast, and Beenleigh bird sales are going to be attempted in October and November.

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Beyond beginner: 8 finches suitable for intermediate breeders

In previous articles, we’ve discussed which finches are best for beginners and which finches are extremely rare and challenging, but we’ve never talked about the finches in between. These are finches that aren’t especially difficult to keep and breed, but require a few years of experience with the easier species before being attempted.

Bird keeping essentials from Aviculture Hub

Wide range of bird food, supplements, medication, and accessories. Delivering Australia-wide.

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What parrots can be kept with finches?

Housing parrots and finches in the same aviary is certainly achievable, but it should only be attempted with certain species and with a great deal of care taken to minimize the risks.

Parrot corner: Keeping & breeding Alexandrine Parrots

Alexandrine parrots are medium-sized parrots that originated from northern India, but are now established in feral colonies in Europe, the middle-east, and Hong Kong.