The Song Canary
Fast Facts
Males sing better than females and start singing after 6 months of age.
Putting males in separate but nearby cages during breeding season increases their competitive singing.
Putting males in separate but nearby cages during breeding season increases their competitive singing.
Song Canary Native Region & Natural Habitat
Native Region:
Spain’s Canary, Azores, and Madeira islands; Bermuda
Natural Habitat:
Orchards, open regions
Average Size in Grams: Less than 25 grams
Cost to Acquire: $100-$199
Interaction Level: Hands Off
Good Pet for a Child? Yes
Cage Size: Small
Average Lifespan: 6-12 years
Involvement Required: Low
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Song Canary Care, Feeding and Behavior
Fresh water/pellets/minced fresh produce/small amount of mixed seeds daily, small cage, perches of various diameters at different levels in cage, exposure to radio or other music when alone to keep company and to encourage singing, annual veterinary check-ups, regular nail clipping, can be housed singly or as pairs during breeding season (males shouldnt be housed together or will fight).
Song Canary Personality & Behavior
quiet, timid, singer, gentle
Zupreem Primary Food Recommendation: FruitBlend
If Converting Song Canary From A Seed Diet To A Pellet Diet, What is the Best Conversion Method?
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Health and Common Conditions:
pox virus, air sac mites, scaly face and leg mites
Does Song Canary Typically Bond to One Person?
Not generally
Do They Bite? Soft Nibbles
Can You Put More Than One In The Same Cage? Maybe
Best Bird Food and Treats For Song Canary
Zupreem Natural
Zupreem Sensible Seed
Zupreem Pure Fun
Zupreem Real Rewards
