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Post by ranchnanny » Fri Apr 08, 2011 1:23 am

Well Hello! I have been hanging around the forum for several days reading anything and everything about finches. I just recently purchased a Red Factor and he is a beauty and boy can he sing. But, I think I caught the Bird Bug after seeing so many beautiful finches..... I started looking for finches at different stores but none were what I was looking for for one reason or another. Yesterday I found out that right here on Crooked River Ranch where I live there is a breeder of finches. SO I called her and went to see her setup. WOW! I was impressed. She showed me four Owl Finches that were hatched in January. OMG! I am in love. What cuties needless to say I came home with two that I quickly named OZ and Sidney. I am on my way and I don't see an end.. :D

I will post some pics soon.
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Re: New to Finches and Forum

Post by 6finchfriends » Fri Apr 08, 2011 2:03 am

Welcome Sherry! Oh yes, I think you've caught the Finch Fever! =D> =D> Owls are total cutie pies! There are a lot of people on the Forun that raise owls so I'm sure if you have any questions someone will have great advice for you! Looking forward to seeing the photos of your new birds =D> !
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Post by lovemyfinch » Fri Apr 08, 2011 5:41 am

Welcome to the forum Sherry =D>
These little characters sure don`t make it easy to have self control, do they =D> I am looking forward to seeing some pics of you little family. :D
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Post by tobyneilson » Fri Apr 08, 2011 6:00 am

Hello and welcome
Glad to see another owl owner =D> I love watching them flit around,just to add to your addiction,silverbills go great with owls :lol: and just a cute
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Re: New to Finches and Forum

Post by kenny » Fri Apr 08, 2011 6:04 am

hi sherry
welcome to the forum,another one bitten by the finch keeping bug :lol:

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Post by debbie276 » Fri Apr 08, 2011 6:44 am

Welcome to the forum, cant wait to see pictures
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Re: New to Finches and Forum

Post by Ursula » Fri Apr 08, 2011 9:56 am

Welcome! :-)
Walk-in aviary with Waxbills (6 Cordon Bleu, 3 Orange Cheek, 3 Black-rumped, 1 Lavender, ), 1 European Goldfinch, 4 Gouldians, 2 Spice Finches, 6 Owl Finches, 4 Budgies and 2 male Button Quail.
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Post by FeatherHarp » Fri Apr 08, 2011 10:09 am

Yay....another Owl finch lover \:D/ .....Hello and welcome!

I have family out in the Portland area....we get out there almost every year...it is so beautiful I hate to leave!

Waiting for photos......
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Post by G8love4finches » Fri Apr 08, 2011 10:30 am

Welcome!....Once bitten by the finch bug myself, I can assure you that these little birds do steal your heart!!....Owls are adorable, I am waiting for another addition to my flock
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Re: New to Finches and Forum

Post by ranchnanny » Fri Apr 08, 2011 11:01 am

Good Morning, My little friends were up early this morning so I took advantage and took some photos of OZ and SIDNEY. Enjoy
Thanks for all the wonderful comments.
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Re: New to Finches and Forum

Post by ranchnanny » Fri Apr 08, 2011 11:13 am

Here are a few more photos. :D
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Post by nelloyello11 » Fri Apr 08, 2011 11:15 am

Welcome to the forum! I have zebras now, but definitely see some owls in my future! Congratulations! Yours are adorable!
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Post by Saara » Fri Apr 08, 2011 11:32 am

Your owls are just beautiful. Wish i could find some in Barabdos but that seems to be impossible.
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Re: New to Finches and Forum

Post by 6finchfriends » Fri Apr 08, 2011 1:23 pm

Oz and Sidney are beautiful! I'm hoping for a pair next year... just haven't told my husband yet :oops:
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Re: New to Finches and Forum

Post by lovemyfinch » Fri Apr 08, 2011 1:29 pm

Such adorable little fids =D> =D>
I just picked up my first 2 on Tuesday (well one is to be traded next month for a female =D> ), my hubby still hasn`t noticed the 10 new additions :roll:
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