This book is dedicated to the care and treatment of one of the most beautiful bird types. Finches constitute one of the best loved classes of birds that are kept as pets at home. From massive aviaries to cages maintained by kids, finches are kept as pets because of the birds’ beautiful plumages and likable temperament and personalities.
Finch Care Made Easy is a book written in an easy to read format with simple to follow instructions and loads of helpful resources. Here is what you will find in this outstanding informational fount:
Part 1: Introduction to Finches
• Are You Ready For a Finch?
• Finches & Companionship
• What Are Finches Like?
• Purchasing Finches for the First Time
• Finch Species for Beginners
• Bringing Home a New Pair of Finches
Part 2: Housing Finches
• Cage Size Does Matter
• The Importance of Lighting
• Notes on Installing Automatic Timers
• Interested in an Aviary?
• Aviary or Breeding Cages: Which Is Better?
• Arguments Supporting the Practice
• Arguments Against the Practice
Part 3: Finch Health
• What Do Finches Eat?
o Seeds Galore
o Sprouted Seeds
o Eggs for Protein & Biscuits for Carbohydrates
o Veggies & Fresh Grasses
o Collecting Fresh Grasses
o As Fresh As It Can Get: Live Food
• Culturing Fly Larvae for Finches
• Finch Reproduction
o Boy or Girl?
o Step One: Pairing
o Step Two: Creating a Nest
? Types of Nests
o Step Three: Laying Eggs
o Notes on Finch Eggs
o Step Four: Finch Chicks!
• Common Finch Disorders & Diseases
