Introducing a new finch

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CathyCraftz
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Introducing a new finch

Post by CathyCraftz » Mon Apr 22, 2019 12:45 am

I'm planning to buy my female zebra finch a male sometime this week, will either finch be aggressive? My female used to be aggressive to another female zebra finch, but they were fine within a day. Or should I just buy a new female?
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Sincerely, Cathy

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Re: Introducing a new finch

Post by Icearstorm » Mon Apr 22, 2019 9:28 am

CathyCraftz

I couldn't tell you if they'll be aggressive, but sex shouldn't matter much when it comes to aggression. Reorganize the cage before adding the new bird, and there should be less fighting. Adding additional food and water dishes may also reduce aggression. If you don't want breeding, another female will be easier.

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Re: Introducing a new finch

Post by CathyCraftz » Tue Apr 23, 2019 8:21 pm

Icearstorm wrote: CathyCraftz

I couldn't tell you if they'll be aggressive, but sex shouldn't matter much when it comes to aggression. Reorganize the cage before adding the new bird, and there should be less fighting. Adding additional food and water dishes may also reduce aggression. If you don't want breeding, another female will be easier.
Thanks. I'm currently looking for some breeders, I'm going to buy a female.
Have a nice day!
Sincerely, Cathy

~obsessed with zebra finches~

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Re: Introducing a new finch

Post by lovezebs » Sat May 04, 2019 12:46 pm

CathyCraftz

How did you make out?
Did you end up finding a companion for your boy?
~Elana~

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