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Owl Finch (Bicheno's Finch)
BeginnerTaeniopygia bichenovii
Small finch named for its owl-like facial markings. White breast with black band and brown wings. Gentle temperament suited for mixed finch aviaries.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
18〜30℃
Lifespan
5-8 years
Size
10-11cm
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Finch seeds, greens, cuttlebone powder
About
The double-barred finch (Taeniopygia bichenovii), often called the owl finch, is a small estrildid finch native to northern and eastern Australia. Its black-bordered white face and two black breast bands give it an owl-like appearance. Gentle and somewhat timid, it does well in mixed aviaries with other peaceful finches.
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Basic Info
Origin
northern and eastern Australia
Lifespan
5-8 years
Size
10-11cm
Temperature
18〜30℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Finch seeds, greens, cuttlebone powder
Care Guide
Housing
Small cage works. Keep in pairs or groups
Breeding
Uses enclosed nest boxes. Relatively easy to breed
Mixed Aviary
Calls & Media
Calls / Song
さえずり · © James Lambert · xeno-canto XC823048 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
地鳴き · © Peter Boesman · xeno-canto XC1066976 (CC BY-NC 4.0)
Sources: xeno-canto
References & Sources
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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: Taeniopygia bichenovii (Vigors & Horsfield, 1827)
Synonyms: Stizoptera bichenovii
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
IUCN LC · Least Concern
Taeniopygia bichenovii(フクロウフィンチ/二本線キンカチョウ)。IUCN 軽度懸念(LC)。
Sources: BirdLife DataZone
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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