How difficult is it to keep Crimson Finch?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the lifespan of Crimson Finch?

The average lifespan of Crimson Finch is 5 years and beyond. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Crimson Finch get?

Crimson Finch typically reaches About 13cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Crimson Finch?

Crimson Finch feeds on: Mixed seed, spray millet, greens, small livefood when breeding. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Crimson Finch?

The price of Crimson Finch varies significantly depending on variety, age, sex, and the individual animal's condition. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Crimson Finch

Intermediate

Neochmia phaeton

A northern Australian estrildid noted for its brilliant crimson, long tail and white specks along the flanks. It is known for its aggression, especially towards its own kind when breeding.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

15〜30℃

Lifespan

5 years and beyond

Size

About 13cm

Humidity

40〜60%

Diet

Mixed seed, spray millet, greens, small livefood when breeding

About

The crimson finch (Neochmia phaeton) is an estrildid finch distributed mainly across northern Australia with some birds in New Guinea. The sexes differ slightly in intensity, the female being paler, while the male has a longer tail and bill and is larger and heavier. Three weeks after fledging young moult into adult plumage, though the moult is partial and the juvenile greater primary coverts are retained. It is common in the Kimberley but less widespread in northeastern Queensland. It prefers areas of tall dense grass, typically riparian vegetation with abundant pandanus, and nests in shrubs and dry brush. In Europe it was shown at London Zoo in 1861 and Hagenbeck imported a pair to Germany in 1865. It has been traded almost continuously since, usually in small numbers, and is now bred very regularly.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Lifespan of the Crimson Finch

The Crimson Finch lives 5 years and beyond.

Size of the Crimson Finch

The Crimson Finch grows to About 13cm.

It is about 13 cm long and weighs around 13 g, with brilliant crimson plumage, a long tail, white specks along the sides of the body and greyish tones around the neck.

Basic Info

Origin

Northern Australia, commonest in the Kimberley, and parts of New Guinea, in tall grass near wetlands with pandanus

Lifespan

5 years and beyond

Size

About 13cm

Care Specifications

AggressivePairBreeding: Moderate

Sources: Wikipedia - Crimson finch (13 cm, 13 g, longevity, sexual differences, range, aggression) / Wikipedia (German) - Sonnenamadine (import history, steady supply of captive-bred birds)

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Neochmia phaeton (Hombron & Jacquinot, 1841)

Synonyms: Fringilla phaeton

Authority databases: GBIF

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern

Neochmia phaeton. The family Estrildidae is not listed in the CITES Appendices, so this species is not covered. The IUCN assesses it as Least Concern. Australia bans the export of wild birds, so traded birds are captive bred.

Sources: CITES Appendices (Estrildidae not listed) / IUCN Red List

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.