Finch Zebra behavior

The Zebra Finch has been called the most popular bird in aviculture.

The Zebra Finch is one of the heartiest finches, making it a good choice for beginners and experts alike. He possesses a cheerful happy disposition, yet Zebra Finches are fairly shy around people, they do not like to be held or pet like some other bird species. There are always exceptions to this rule, however, if you are looking for a pet bird you can hold you should probably not buy a Zebra Finch. Because they are social creatures, it is recommended that they be kept in pairs. One of the Hallmarks of this breed is his chirping song. It should be noted that males are typically superior in singing ability to females. Some females will never sing at all. If treated with hormones after hatching females can be altered to sing much as males. The Zebra Finch is a highly active bird, and it is recommended he be allowed plenty of space within his cage or indoor aviary to fly freely. This space should never fall below 18-20 inches square.