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Ajw132
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Can anyone advise on the following I have a full red fronted painted cock and a possible full red fronted hen ( maybe average coloured cock) and a normal red fronted hen as a trio hoping to breed the 2 full reds
Does trio breeding work ?
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Rod_L
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Australian finches only breed in prs. Trios do not work.
For best results get 8-10 birds (4-5prs) and let the birds choose their own partners. :)
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Tiaris
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Letting birds select their own partners from a group will not suit selective maximising of the full red front. pair with one then separate to the other after breeding with the 1st.
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CathyCraftz
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I know that everyone said the same thing, but it is best to let the birds choose their own mates so they can produce better chicks.
Have a nice day!
Sincerely, Cathy
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Tiaris
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Not if you wish to improve or maintain a specific trait.
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