Aussie Finch Forum

I need some help and advice
I have not kept any of the African Mannikins or Silverbills and would like to know how they compare to the Australians (Chestnut-breasted, Yellow-rumped and Pictorella finches). So I can make some informed decisions.
Any help on set-ups, compatibility and behavioural traits to look out for or avoid would be appreciated, Thanks.

I have kept numerous types of Mannikins(Munias) and with out doubt the African in particular Rufous Back are far more agressive.
Over the years I have found the Aust. and Asian Munias quite docile.

African Silverbills seem just as placid as any other munia/mannikin. Rufous-backed can be real Jekyl/Hydes to other birds and their own kind (One of very few species I have bred which have killed their own mate on more than one occasion) . Of the natives, Chestnut are most boisterous and Pictorellas are the most placid.

Thanks for your feedback!