Zebra finch - Zebra finch breeding techniques from A to Z

Zebra finch has a unique appearance with black and white stripes like a zebra, friendly temperament, easy to adapt, easy to raise.

Zebra finch is a small, adorable bird that is very popular in the bird world. They have a clear difference in appearance between male and female birds, are gentle, adaptable, easy to raise and have a low price.

Let's learn more about the origin, appearance, habits and breeding techniques of Manh Manh with nicebirds through the article below!

Information about the bird :

Origin of the magpie

Zebra finch or Zebra finch.

Zebra finch, also known as Zebra finch, English name is Zebra finch, scientific name is Taeniopygia guttata, is a species of bird in the family Estrildidae. There are currently two main subspecies from two different countries as follows:

• Taeniopygia guttata castanotis (Australian Zebra Finch) : Is an Australian domestic bird, distributed throughout Australia and is also the most popular subspecies in the bird world.
• Taeniopygia guttata guttata (Timor Zebra Finch) : Native to East Timor and some small islands in Indonesia. This species is less commonly kept as a pet.

The majority of zebra finches in the pet bird trade are domesticated from the Australian Zebra Finch (castanotis). In the early 20th century, this bird became popular in Europe and North America.

The Magpie is not only a popular pet bird, but it also makes an important contribution to biological research. It is often used in studies of learning and language, genetics, neuroscience,...

Nowadays, magpie birds are commonly raised in many places around the world such as Europe, North America and Asia - typically in Vietnam.

Distinguishing between male and female magpie

A pair of male and female magpies are perched next to each other.

Let's learn about the general physical characteristics of the Manchu bird and the signs to distinguish between male and female Manchu birds!

General physical characteristics of the magpie

Despite the differences in color, male and female magpies share the following characteristics:

• Length : 10 - 12 cm (including tail)
• Weight : 12 - 15g
• Body shape : Small, slim, short tail, round head, looks quite lovely.
• Beak : Short, triangular, very strong.

How to distinguish between male and female Manh Manh

Appearance differences between male and female magpies.

Male Manh Manh often has more colorful and prominent feathers than female Manh Manh. Specifically as follows:

In addition to the traditional gray color above, nowadays, ornamental mandarin ducks also have many impressive colors thanks to the crossbreeding process such as all-white, cream, cinnamon or all-spotted,...

Habits and behavior of the wren

A flock of sparrows are gathering together.

Below are the typical habits and behaviors of the zebra finch. Let's learn more to see if this lovely zebra finch has any outstanding personality traits!

Lively & curious

The mamba is very active and curious, they often jump or fly from one tree branch to another to explore everything around them, especially new objects in the cage.

Although they are active and dynamic, they rarely make noise or cause trouble like some other bird species.

Highly social

Manh manh is a bird that likes to live in flocks. So when raising them, it is best to raise them in pairs or small groups to help the birds feel happier and less stressed.

And in particular, in a flock they will have a clear social hierarchy. The stronger one will have priority in food and the best position in the nest.

Only male birds can sing.

Male magpies have a very beautiful chirping voice. They use their chirping to attract mates, signal their territory or express themselves. What is special is that each bird will have a unique chirping voice, like a human's "fingerprint", no two are the same.

Baby birds do not have their own songs and will learn the song of their father in the first weeks of life - the same mechanism as "children learning to talk" so they are also used to study language and memory in science.

Female mangroves do not sing like male birds, instead they make a very pleasant chirp.

Adaptable

The Manchurian is one of the most adaptable pet birds, even in cages. They do not need a lot of space, but they must have room to fly and move around comfortably.

Reproductive behavior

Here are some interesting characteristics about the reproductive habits of the magpie, let's learn more!

• Reproduction is in pairs of 1 male - 1 female, and tends to be monogamous for life.
• The female bird makes nests from straw, hay, and coconut fibers.
• Each clutch of female birds contains 4-6 eggs, which are then incubated together by both the male and female for about 2 weeks.
• After the eggs hatch, the father and mother birds take care of the baby birds together by feeding them.
• The chicks will leave the nest on their own after about 3 weeks.

Techniques for raising magpie birds from A to Z

The delicate birds are perching on the perch.

The Manh Manh is a bird with good adaptability, so it is easy to raise as a pet. However, if you want your bird to have beautiful colors, sing well, and live long, remember some of the following basic techniques!

Prepare the cage for the chickens

First, you need to prepare a suitable cage/coop so that the bird can quickly adapt and develop best. Please note the following:

• If raising in pairs : Choose a cage with dimensions of 40 x 30 x 30 cm (Length x width x height)
• If raising in flocks : You should choose a large cage - aviary so that the birds have enough space to move around and limit fighting over territory.
• Cage material : Stainless steel or powder coated iron.
• Basic cage layout : Needs bamboo perches, wooden or plastic nests with soft lining for birds to rest and reproduce; has separate food and water troughs.
• Location of cage : Place in a cool, quiet place, avoid strong winds and harsh light, preferably in a place with lots of trees.

What do magpies eat?

Zebra finch are not picky eaters, they can eat seeds, mixed food or even green vegetables. Specifically as follows:

• Main food : Millet, sesame seeds, seaweed
• Supplementary food : Crushed boiled chicken eggs, egg bran, green vegetables, finely ground seashells, small pebbles,...
• Drinking water : Need to provide clean water, free of alum, chlorine, change water every day.

Hygiene and disease prevention for puppies

To help your bird stay healthy and develop well, prolonging its life, you need to pay attention to hygiene and disease prevention for the bird.

Cleaning the cage :

• Change the paper and sand lining the bottom 2-3 times/week.
• Clean food troughs, water troughs, and remove leftover food every day.
• Clean the cage, perches, and toys once a week.

Disease prevention for babies:

Techniques for effective breeding of lapwings

If you want to breed mangroves, you need to pay attention to the following issues:

• Use night lights to maintain light mode for about 12 - 14 hours/day.
• Increase protein-rich foods such as egg bran and boiled eggs.
• Limit sudden changes in environment.
• Do not disturb the bird cage, maintain a quiet environment.
• Choose healthy, flexible male and female birds, with no ruffled feathers, bright eyes, even beaks, and no deformities.
• When you see the male bird starting to flirt with the female bird, you should put the nest in.

Price list of magpie birds

Currently, the Manh Manh bird is sold very popularly in the Vietnamese bird market at a fairly low price, only from a few tens to a few hundred thousand per bird. The price will vary depending on gender, color or age. Please refer to the price list below for more details!

Note when buying manh manh :

• Clearly define the purpose of raising. If raising as a pet, choose a male bird because it has a beautiful appearance and sings well. If raising for breeding, choose 1 male - 1 female.
• Buy birds from reputable stores, sellers, and groups to ensure the origin and quality of the birds.
• You should observe the bird directly to choose a healthy bird with smooth feathers, bright eyes, and alertness.

Beautiful and lovely pictures of birds

Please take a look at the beautiful, lovely pictures of the Manh Manh bird shared below to understand why this bird is so loved.

The male and female magpies are perched on a branch.

A pair of graceful males and females are courting each other.

A flock of fragile birds was perching on the dry branches.

Close-up of the difference in appearance between male and female mantis shrimp.

A male flamboyant with impressive, colorful colors.

A fragile bird is flying in the sky.

Through the above article, nicebirds.net has shared full information about the mangrove bird - the most popular pet bird in the world. Not only does it have a lovely appearance, it also has many interesting habits and behaviors and plays an important role in scientific research projects.

If you want to own a cute, easy to raise, cheap bird, then manh manh is not a bad choice.

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