First Mate

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First Mate

Post by maximuswell » Mon Nov 14, 2016 12:52 pm

My two zebras have had their first clutch, only one chick, but he/she is about 2-3 weeks. He is out of the nest and still being weaned, however mama finch is already laying new eggs. Should I be concerned they will abandon they new fledgling to raise a new clutch?

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Re: First Mate

Post by lovezebs » Mon Nov 14, 2016 7:11 pm

maximuswell

Dad will continue feeding baby to weaning, and all should be well.

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Re: First Mate

Post by maximuswell » Mon Nov 14, 2016 7:54 pm

that's a relief. I'm new to finch keeping as well as this forum, I'd hate to see anything bad happen to my first little guy. thanks for the help

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Re: First Mate

Post by Sally » Mon Nov 14, 2016 9:56 pm

maximuswell It is not unusual for Zebras to start the next clutch before they have weaned the first. Congrats on that first baby!

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