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Is there a genetics generator for zebra finches?


Tony

Yes I believe there is one but I can't recall where right now. I'll look for it and am sure if I don't find it someone else will.

Well that didn't take long - try this site:

http://zebrafinch.info/colours/genex.asp

If you don't like that one - type in "zebra finch genetics" into Google and see what hits you get. Enjoy!

Thank you, L.

Tony

The one thing to keep in mind with Zebras is their ability to carry recessive splits for numerous generations. Since it's impossible to know the full heritage of any one bird and there are so many different Zebra mutations, almost anything can mysteriously appear in even the most benign situations. So generators can give you a general idea of what to expect, but don't be surprised to find the occasional "oddball" finch popping up from time to time. To us, that's part of the fun of raising Zebras. To steal a quote that someone else used in a previous thread, "Zebras are like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get."

Yeah, I'm beginning to understand just that, more fun in the learning.


Tony

search for a program by Carlos Matos titled: Z E B R A F I N C H G E N E T I C F O R E C A S T
You don't have to be online to use it and it is quite acurate.