New and celebrating a hatching today!

mamabird · Post by **mamabird** » Tue Feb 26, 2008 8:54 pm

Hello, I am new to this forum and I just wanted to share my news that my zebra finches have four precious hatchlings today! I was looking under images to show my husband (who is ill with cancer) what the babies look like, and I found this forum. I am excited to learn that so many people adore these amazing little birds like I do. I notice that there are many photographs of new babies. I would love to take pictures of our new additions. I really don't want to scare the parents. Does anyone have any suggestions for the best way to do this?

jabo322 · Post by **jabo322** » Tue Feb 26, 2008 9:11 pm

Congratulations on the new arrivals. I've never bred any finches so I can't help you with your question, but I'm sure many others will be able to.

L in Ontario · Post by **L in Ontario** » Tue Feb 26, 2008 9:41 pm

Congratulations on your new Zeb babies!!

I've been able to take baby pics when the parents are out feeding for a minute or two.

Can't wait to see them!

williep · Post by **williep** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 2:03 am

Congrats on the newborns

I Agree, the best time is when the parents are out feeding. Don't take too long though as they will get frustrated if the cannot return to their chicks.

FeatherHarp · Post by **FeatherHarp** » Wed Feb 27, 2008 8:10 am

Hello Mamabird...welcome to our Nest!

I have 2 Male Zebra brothers and a Gouldian pair at the moment so no Zebra babies for me! Good luck with your babies and hope you can get pics of them in the future!