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Cut Throat Finch
| Origin | The Cut-throat finch is a common species of estrildid finch found throughout Africa; it is also known as the Bearded finch, the Ribbon finch, the Cut throat, and the Weaver finch. |
| Size | This species can grow up to 12.5 cm(5 in) |
| Initial Cost | Initial cost can be high, with the purchase of the aviary/cage. |
| Colours | The cut-throat finch has plumage that is pale, sandy brown with flecks of black all over. They have a black-brown tail, a thick white chin and cheeks, and a chestnut brown patch on the belly. The legs are a pink fleshy colour. The adult male has a bright red band across its throat (thus the name "cut throat"), while the male juveniles have a slightly duller red band. |
| Lifespan | Can live 10 + years with proper care |
| Noise | Social, talkative birds. |
| Characteristics | Social, talkative birds. Due to the similarity between sexes and the constant need for companionship, it is hard to sex this species during mating season. |
| Interaction/Time Requirements, Diet, Supplies Needed | A minimum of 12 inches long, 14 inches wide, and 12 inches high. Space is important and indoor cages should be as large as possible. A large cage is required even if the bird is going to spend lots of time out of its habitat with you. Aviaries are sold ready for home assembly. Most are a rectangular design, with a mesh covered flight, and smaller shelter area, in which the birds are fed and can take shelter from the bad weather. They require a warm habitat for the winter months. Do not allow your birds outdoors until all signs of frost are gone. They eat a foreign finch seed mixture that contains various millets and other small seeds such as niger. You need to change food and water twice daily, and clean the cage at least once a day, replacing toys and broken climbing branches. |
