Gregg Bowers
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Gregg Bowers is a finch expert. He raises and breeds Zebra finches for fun and profit. He shares his knowledge of finches, including <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:_gaq.push(['_trackPageview', '/outgoing/article_exit_link']);" href="http://www.raisingfinches.com/spice-finches-make-great-pets-for-beginners/">Spice finches</a>, with you on his website at <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:_gaq.push(['_trackPageview', '/outgoing/article_exit_link']);" href="http://www.raisingfinches.com/">www.RaisingFinches.com</a> where he is offering his 16 lesson mini-course, A Step-by-Step Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Finches, as a free gift to you just for the asking. Learn some of Gregg's secrets for free starting today.
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Many people are interested in finches as pets and one of the more popular species that they choose is the Zebra Finch. Natives of Queensland and the southern coastal regions of the island continent of Australia, these perky little birds are quite content in captivity.
The society finch is really a hybrid of two varieties, thought to have been developed in Asia. Therefore, they are not located in the wild and are available exclusively in captivity. However, each and every society finch is unique.
A completely balanced finch bird diet consists of seeds, supplementary vitamins and minerals, green, leafy vegetables, fresh sprouts, millet and live insect larva. Feed all of this to your finches and they will be cheerful, healthy birds living from 15 to 20 years in your care.
The Society Finch, known outside of the United States as the Bengalese Finch (Lonchura striata domestica), does not occur naturally but is a fertile hybrid. Some would argue that it is the most domesticated of all finches (actually it is a Munia but who's to make a fuss)
During mating, finches, like many birds, have extensive courtship rituals and displays. These displays vary extensively between finch species; something that evolved to reduce the possibility of cross-breeding.
Information about the selection of perches for your finch cages. Looking at types and styles of perches advice about which ones to buy and which ones to avoid is given.
Information on Gouldian Finches including their native habitat, a description of the birds, raising them at home and breeding.
Zebra finches are perhaps the most popular breed of exotic finches in captivity. Zebra finches are easy to care for, eat a reasonably standard diet and are easily bred at home. All this contributes to their overall popularity.
Raising finches is filled with joy. Generally easily cared for, these active birds provide untold joy for their owners. Breeding most varieties of finches is often quite easy as well.
Information about Spice Finches including natural habitat and habits as well as requirements for raising them at home. Learn about diets, care, breeding and more.
