I am looking at having one pair of each of these in the same aviary, are there any no-nos? Will I prevent them breeding with such a mix?
2 x Zebras
2 x Gouldians
2 x Canaries
2 x Stars
What others should I look at in addition or instead? My criteria: they mix well and are easy to breed (i'm a newbie)
thx
Ben.
Can I mix these finches in the same aviary? Will they breed?
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these will do fine.
lots of brush and nest boxes will help.
how big is the aviary?
lots of brush and nest boxes will help.
how big is the aviary?
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agate mosaic canaries, agate yellow mosaic canaries, red zebs, self bengos and goldfinch mules.
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Hello Ben,don't fall into the trap of putting too many birds in your aviary to start with.You have to remember that when they breed several times,you will soon be crowded out.Less is best for your birds.
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From personal experience. I would recommend the biggest two avairys you can fit. Because everyone who builds one decided they want two. Biggest really is best where avairies are concerned.
Have had the 1st 3 on your list together without too many problems many times over the years. Every combo avairy depends on the personallity of the birds as much as the type. Enjoy.
Have had the 1st 3 on your list together without too many problems many times over the years. Every combo avairy depends on the personallity of the birds as much as the type. Enjoy.
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I don't know your situation but from experience the wife will only allow you to buy one aviary.
She will yell at the size but will also forgive you in time.
Go the biggest you can!
She will yell at the size but will also forgive you in time.
Go the biggest you can!
Breeding Project 2020-2025.
agate mosaic canaries, agate yellow mosaic canaries, red zebs, self bengos and goldfinch mules.
agate mosaic canaries, agate yellow mosaic canaries, red zebs, self bengos and goldfinch mules.
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That's why you get the Hubby to build the biggest 2 you can right from the start. Because after the 1st flush of keeping you happy, it is hard to get him to do anything else.
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