Can Finches be kept in a 10 Gallon Tank?

-BB- · Post by **-BB-** » Tue Feb 19, 2008 1:17 am

Well.. I was browsing through the Photo Gallery and saw a Tank with some finches in it.. It was 80 Inches long.. I think

..So Can Finches Live in such a tank? I am not so sure how many Gallons.. So I was thinking of Buying a 10 Gallon Solo Tank from Walmart and buying the top seperetly.. I think My mom Might let me but first i need to make sre if its possible and if my finches will be comfortable in it. I am planning to only get 2 Zebra Finches.. and maybe put some plants/sticks some toys etc.

lia-w · Post by **lia-w** » Tue Feb 19, 2008 1:24 am

Finches can live in tanks, but fish tanks are also hard to clean. The biggest problem with them is ventilation. but a screen top can solve that. Personally, I would not put finches in a tank less than 20 gallons long(30 inches) because they need flight room and I do not believe a 10 gallon(20 inches long) provides that for them.

Just my tidbit.

Go on craigslist or go to garage sales and find cages. That's what I do :] (just be sure to sanitize them first)

Aussiefinchfanatic · Post by **Aussiefinchfanatic** » Tue Feb 19, 2008 3:57 am

I think putting birds in fish tanks is nothing but cruel. Its bad for the birds such health risks and the birds flying into glass causing injuries. I wouldnt recommend it and i hope you dont consider it either.

FeatherHarp · Post by **FeatherHarp** » Tue Feb 19, 2008 8:01 am

-BB-.....maybe if you explain to your Mom the dangers of using a glass tank she might allow you to buy a more appropriately sized cage even if it is a few more dollars.

Fancie Flight · Post by **Fancie Flight** » Tue Feb 19, 2008 4:08 pm

I am usung a glas stank as a hospital ONLY , Leting them live in a 10 gallon NO WAY TO SMALL< ya can use vynol on side to let hem no where the glass is but I would NOT use one persoanally, and if ya MUST I would go atleast 50 gallon.
watch graigslist for some inexpensive cages.
I sold tons of mine last year 3 stacks and stand for $50.00

hilljack13 · Post by **hilljack13** » Tue Feb 19, 2008 8:01 pm

If you compare the cost of a tank to a cage I think the cage would be cheaper and better for the birds. I wouldn't do something like that unless you were a very very experienced birder.

williep · Post by **williep** » Thu Feb 21, 2008 2:23 am

Personally I wouldn't use a tank either but as soon as FF gives me pictures of her hospital tank we'll be able to see it.

I think turning the tank on the side (like she did) will help with ventilation and cleaning. I would think that you'll be able to construct a front out of wire mesh and be able to include a slide out for easy cleaning. Also it would be easier to place perches and a door to prevent escapes.

I'm with the other people on this tough, a second hand good sized cage might be better.

Fancie Flight · Post by **Fancie Flight** » Thu Feb 21, 2008 5:34 pm

im still trying to do that pic, HONEST lol
as stated its ONLY a hospital one not to live in,

Fancie Flight · Post by **Fancie Flight** » Thu Feb 21, 2008 5:53 pm

ok lets see if i got it right

FeatherHarp · Post by **FeatherHarp** » Thu Feb 21, 2008 7:21 pm

Oh..that is a very nice hospital cage you go there!

-BB- · Post by **-BB-** » Thu Feb 21, 2008 8:03 pm

Fancie Flight wrote:ok lets see if i got it right

OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGG That is such a beautiful hospital! 5 Stars!

williep · Post by **williep** » Fri Feb 22, 2008 1:55 am

tx FF. I'm really impressed it looks awesome. You mentioned something about a heat source as well. Do you use the heat pads they sell in pet stores for reptiles?

Fancie Flight · Post by **Fancie Flight** » Fri Feb 22, 2008 4:04 am

Thanks Guys hee hee a 5 star hospital, cute, lol

I use a heat lamp they sell for lizards the red ones. I have the bulb in one of those small black reflectors they also sale and i clamp it onto the cage wire. I lik ethese because the bird can get away from the heat or snuggle in closer,

FeatherHarp · Post by **FeatherHarp** » Fri Feb 22, 2008 9:42 am

I have that Lizard lamp too...I love it because it has the dimmer switch on for adjusting the light and heat level!

hilljack13 · Post by **hilljack13** » Fri Feb 22, 2008 10:31 am

Ok FF - I know I posted something about the tank, I guess I missed the rest of this thread, anyway I like the idea. I just don't have any spare tanks.