Updated Pics of Parrot Finch Juvies!

[finchmix22]

The RT an SGPF pair have successfully raised four babies to weaning! Yeah! Here are some pics of them, now they are molting into their adult feather colors. Monotwine-You got it right! There are 3 SG juvies! Only one RT...Hmmm, so dad is RT/SGPF and mom is SGPF. Now, I have to try and sex these juvies because I can't go by their color anymore.

[Perfex]

They do look awesome!! What great little birds they are. I'm fond of the seagreen mutation too.

[debbie276]

Beautiful birds!
Congratulations and best of luck

[finchmix22]

Debbie
Thanks! I just love parrot finches and now, I am so happy to have a successful clutch without any intervention from me!

[Chris103]

Beautiful Deborah, congrats! Parrot chicks are so cute! So you got four RT and a Forbes from this clutch?! This just makes me more antsy for mine to get to laying! Already have a huge nest stuffed into a tiny plastic Finch box, I swear there's enough material for several nest. Did your pair take live food or just eggfood?

[wellingtoncdm]

They look great!!! You won't have any problems sexing the seagreen. The males are brighter orange and hens are duller. I'm sure any boys will start trilling any day. Congrats!!!

[finchmix22]

Thanks Charlie!
Chris, I don't feed live food to my finches, even the more difficult to breed species. They get eggfood, seed, veggies, and millet three times a day while raising a clutch. I try to leave them alone as much as possible, so they will feel safe to raise their babies.

[cindy]

They look great!!!! It is so nice to see the little ones!!!

[finchmix22]

Thanks Cindy!

[Chris103]

Thanks Charlie!
Chris, I don't feed live food to my finches, even the more difficult to breed species. They get eggfood, seed, veggies, and millet three times a day while raising a clutch. I try to leave them alone as much as possible, so they will feel safe to raise their babies.

Thanks for the info Deborah! I need all the tips I can get on raising Parrots!

[finchmix22]

Chris, You are welcome! I ask lots of questions still and I've had finches for years, but it's still a learning process.

[Colt]

Oh Deborah they are lovely. I really like the RT parrots but that seagreen mutation is divine. I don't know how you get anything done. I'd just sit there and watch them all day.

[finchmix22]

LOL. Colt, It is hard to get much done, but when I see them fly around in a mild panic, I leave them alone, so they can "do their thing." They all hide between the greenery and I've had several escapees when I feed because those little buggers are so small and fast that they fly right past my head into the bird room. Then, I have to chase them into the adjoining bathroom, close the door, and catch them in that smaller space. Then, I need a shower! LOL.

[Mands]

They are gorgeous. I just bought my first two pair of parrot finches, sea greens and red faced. They are such a beautiful inquisitive placid bird. I cant wait to have babies like yours. Good luck with them. I will be back to get tips from you when they start to breed.

[Perfex]

The babies really are skittish at first it's a wonder they don't hurt themselves when they spook and thrash around!! Thank goodness they settle down well after not too long and be sensible birds.