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Finch Varieties

Families: Fringillidae, Estrildidae, Ploceidae, Passeridae

Zebra FinchesPhoto © Animal-World: Courtesy David Brough

   Finches make lively virtually "hassle-free" little companions!

   Finches are very neat, they are also quiet and easy to care for. A perfect pet for people with limited space and time. Unlike a parrot, a finch does not require daily interactive attention.

   The keeping of finches is a worldwide hobby! These delightful little birds are found native throughout the world and there are hundreds of species. Finches are very attractive and active. They come in a wide variety of colors, patterns, and personalities. Some have been kept as pets for over 500 years!

What "Family" does your pet finch belong to?
Find out here: Finch Families

For more information about the care of Finches see:
All About Finches: Bird Care and Information for Types of Finches

Types of Finches: Click on the small images below
for more information about each one.

Finches
Finches are very hardy, give them a good home and enjoy their antics!
Gouldian Finch	Pintail Whydah
Poephila gouldiae	Vidua macroura
Red-headed Parrot Finch	Society Finch
Erythrura psittacea	Lonchura domestica
Spice Finch	Strawberry Finch
Lonchura punctulata	Amandava amandava
Zebra Finch
Poephila guttata castanotis

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