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Hi I have had two female Zebra finches from birth. They are sisters. But unfortunately one has just died. Do i get another one as company as she is calling out for her, or is it best not to ?

Thanks Jacannah

Most finches do best with a buddy, so I would recommend getting a companion for your little girl. Another hen would avoid breeding problems. Be aware that you will have to keep a close eye on them at first, as your girl may not accept another hen right away. I also recommend that you keep any new bird in quarantine away from your hen for at least two weeks.

Sally wrote: Most finches do best with a buddy, so I would recommend getting a companion for your little girl. Another hen would avoid breeding problems. Be aware that you will have to keep a close eye on them at first, as your girl may not accept another hen right away. I also recommend that you keep any new bird in quarantine away from your hen for at least two weeks.

Absolutely, well said

You should get her another one... Finches, especially zebra finches, need social interaction, otherwise they will get depressed. It might take her some time, however, to get accustomed to the new finch. She might still be grieving her lost friend.
Zebra finches usually mate for life and are very attached to even a same-sex companion. Companionship is most important to them.

We had a male alone because the pet store didn't have any more finches. He was okay alone but I could see he was getting depressed. He was much happier with us, but once we got him a female, he really thrived.

change up your cage a little add both birds in at the same time so there is no territorial issues

cindy wrote: change up your cage a little add both birds in at the same time so there is no territorial issues

should I do this with society finches? Or is this just a thing you need to do with zebra finches.

Tish Society finches aren't as territorial, but I don't see why it wouldn't be a good idea for any breed. Gives everyone a fresh start together.

Brian

Tish wrote:

cindy wrote: change up your cage a little add both birds in at the same time so there is no territorial issues

should I do this with society finches? Or is this just a thing you need to do with zebra finches.

You can do this with every species of birds in the world

Territory can be a serious issue with a lot of birds,

If one is prepared to completely change the birds surroundings in their cage or avairy you'd be very surprised in how much different a lot of birds react to one another,

However this is certainly not set in stone and one still needs to be alert with their birds and take necessary action to separate if any trouble starts to occur again