Aussie Finch Forum

Hi I have 4 pairs of Gould is it better they stay together or separate in single pairs for breeding there in a 3m by 3m aviary

Hi Mate.
If they are just normal gouldians and you are not bothered who pairs up with who then yeah I would leave them in the aviary. It's a big set up so they can figure out their own nesting areas. I would advise to put 2x nesting boxes per pair in different areas so the birds can choose their proffered box. However if you are wanting certain birds to pair up to produce your desired off spring then I would recommend segregating. Hope this helps

I would separate into single pairs for breeding I find I had better breeding results.

Single pair breeding with the odd exception will always produce better results.
Bob

My thinking is if you put 4 pair of Gouldians in the one aviary you will have less young per pair than if spread out.
What I think will happen,The apex pair should breed freely, the next strongest pair will breed but not as well, the third pair
may try and breed.If they do it will have a very small fledging rate. The last pair(4) most likely won't attempt.
It also depends on aviary size,nest box location and areas of refuge.
For a bird that tends to flock when not breeding soon change when the breeding season comes around.
The main point is how many young you want from each pair, an aviary of colour then put them together and enjoy them.

Thank you for the info will separate cheers