| Also
known as the Bicheno or Double-barred finch. This bird is well
known in the avian community as one of the nicest additions to the
collection. Very pleasant birds, they are immediately
recognizable by their unique appearance. They have been known
to sometimes breed while housed in an aviary. Usually they
make good parents and raise a clutch of 3 - 4 chicks. It
can be quite difficult to determine the sex of these birds. In
the photo, the male is in the front. Notice that his face is
whiter and devoid of marks. A certain distinguishing
characteristic is the male's singing when he is separated from the
rest of the flock. |
