How difficult is it to keep Red-browed Finch?

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

What is the lifespan of Red-browed Finch?

The average lifespan of Red-browed Finch is 5-8 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Red-browed Finch get?

Red-browed Finch typically reaches 11-12cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Red-browed Finch?

Red-browed Finch feeds on: Mixed seed, spray millet, greens, small livefood. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Red-browed Finch?

The price of Red-browed 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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Red-browed Finch

Intermediate

Neochmia temporalis

An estrildid of the east coast of Australia, grey with olive wing coverts, a bright red brow stripe and a red rump. Highly gregarious, it builds a large domed nest.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

15〜30℃

Lifespan

5-8 years

Size

11-12cm

Humidity

40〜60%

Diet

Mixed seed, spray millet, greens, small livefood

About

The red-browed finch (Neochmia temporalis) is an estrildid finch native to the east coast of Australia. It is 11-12 cm long. The bright red stripe above the eye and the bright red rump identify it; the rest of the body is grey, with olive wing coverts and collar. Juveniles lack the red brow and the olive on collar and coverts. It is common in temperate forest and dry savanna, and in tropical regions also enters dry forest and mangrove. Introduced populations are established near Perth and in the Darling Ranges, and it is feral in French Polynesia. It is highly sociable and is usually seen in small flocks of ten to twenty birds. The nest is a large domed structure of grass and small twigs with a side entrance. In aviculture it first reached Germany in 1870 but has never been common in the trade. Because it picks out the most energy-rich food and quickly becomes fat, it is considered unsuitable for community keeping with other estrildids.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Lifespan of the Red-browed Finch

The Red-browed Finch lives 5-8 years.

Size of the Red-browed Finch

The Red-browed Finch grows to 11-12cm.

Basic Info

Origin

Temperate forest and dry savanna along the east coast of Australia, also dry forest and mangrove in tropical regions

Lifespan

5-8 years

Size

11-12cm

Care Specifications

PeacefulGroup

Sources: Wikipedia - Red-browed finch (size, morphology, range, sociality, nesting) / Wikipedia (German) - Dornamadine (import history, why it is unsuited to community keeping)

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 temporalis (Latham, 1802)

Synonyms: Aegintha temporalis, Fringilla temporalis

Authority databases: GBIF

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern

Neochmia temporalis. 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.