If you don’t want them building nests all over the place, you can simply remove any nesting materials in the cage. A seed tray is usually the prime location for this nest building hobby of theirs. They don’t tend to be all that fussy about the materials, or even the location. Some species, most notably the Zebra Finch, will build nests for fun. Strawberry finch males - three’s a crowd? Long human hair and synthetic materials like nylon should also be avoided, as they can lead to toe-snagging or even strangulation. Straw, hay and other vegetation are not recommended as they can also rot and harbour bacteria and fungus. Good materials include strips of low-grade paper such as newspaper or kitchen towel, coconut fibre, and hessian fabric (burlap) cut into 7cm strips. Wood is a good option, but plastic is probably the most practical as it can be cleaned and reused endlessly.įinches like to add finishing touches and lining to their nests, so some nesting material should always be provided, even if you are providing your birds with a pre-made nesting box. Most pet finches will be happy with a ready-made nest box, but if you provide your birds with plenty of material and they will more than happily build their own.Īvoid installing wire and wicker ensts, as these can snag the birds fragile toes. The expectation to this rule is the Lavender Waxbill and all related waxbills, and some less commonly kept species. In almost all species of finch, the cock and the hen will build their nest together.
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