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Lonchura oryzivora
Silver mutation of the Java Sparrow. Unlike white Java Sparrows, has beautiful overall silver-toned plumage. Same care as standard Java Sparrows. Elegant presence.
The 'silver' Java sparrow is a colour mutation of the Java sparrow (Lonchura oryzivora), a small estrildid finch originally endemic to Java and Bali in Indonesia and now widely kept as a cage bird. It is managed like the wild-type Java sparrow, fed mainly on seed supplemented with greens and a calcium source.
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Origin
mutation of the Java sparrow, native to Java and Bali
Lifespan
7-12 years
Size
14-16cm
Temperature
20〜30℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Seeds, pellets, greens, cuttlebone
35cm+ cage. Provide bathing dish
Seed mix as staple. Add greens like komatsuna
文鳥(ブンチョウ)の代表的な色変異。白文鳥は劣性、シナモンは伴性遺伝(本スキーマ上 recessive)。桜文鳥はパイドの一型。
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
Accepted name: Lonchura oryzivora (Linnaeus, 1758)
Synonyms: Loxia oryzivora, Padda oryzivora
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
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Can be hand-tamed. Daily free flight builds trust
Cold sensitive. Heating essential in winter
Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.
The ideal temperature for Java Sparrow (Silver) is 20〜30℃. Recommended humidity is 40〜60%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Java Sparrow (Silver) is 7-12 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Java Sparrow (Silver) typically reaches 14-16cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Java Sparrow (Silver) feeds on: Seeds, pellets, greens, cuttlebone. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Java Sparrow (Silver) varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: June 23, 2026