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fostering lines
Posted: 22 Jul 2016, 20:57
by courts
i have read that there specific lines of bengalese that are developed specifically for being good fosterers - was looking at a back-up for the inevitable abandoned next/chicks
Re: fostering lines
Posted: 23 Jul 2016, 12:26
by vettepilot_6
2hens or a known pair work okay...Bengalese are any domestic finch... although some other species will foster as well...such as zebs
Re: fostering lines
Posted: 23 Jul 2016, 18:52
by finchbreeder
Once the Zebs fly the nest my male Bengos call them into the nests at night, and keep them warm. Think they are frustrated daddies because I have far more cocks than hens.
LML
Re: fostering lines
Posted: 26 Jul 2016, 21:57
by courts
i was just interested in thoughts on certain strains being better as i had read somewhere.
The other concern is parasite transmission but i suppose thats what my microscope and drug cabinate are for!
Re: fostering lines
Posted: 27 Jul 2016, 10:03
by finchbreeder
I have all 3 shades, chestnut, fawn and choc. It does not seem to make any difference, and infection wise, I have tougher Zebs than I do Bengos.
LML