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one time, these were extremely rare in aviculture. Currently
they are more readily available. Extremely active birds, their
tails are constantly twitching as they hop from branch to
branch. For best results, especially in breeding, they require
protein. One breeder that we are familiar with captures
grasshoppers in the summertime, chops and freezes them for year
'round food.
The male in the background has more pinkish feathers on the flanks beneath the wings. |