Gouldian Finches
Available!

What do you know - we have babies for adoption! What a delightful surprise at Whiskers!

Gouldian finches are small, vividly colored birds native to Australia.

They are prized for their striking plumage - a vibrant mix of colors.

They are among the most brilliantly colored birds in existence.

Available Fledglings

We have four little ones available.

The first fledgling is 3 months old - $125

The next three fledglings are 6 weeks old - $125 each

Gouldians must have a companion Gouldian, or they will become quite depressed. Doesn't matter what sex - they will get along well together.

Trios and Quartets work well, too.

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The First Chick

This is our parent's very first chick. This baby was born big and healthy with no competition from siblings.

Hatched Christmas Day, 2024!

Then Came Three

Their next attempt resulted in a trio of chicks - all healthy and happy. They are currently six weeks old, eating on their own and navigating the cage well.

Care & Feeding

As with most finches, the Gouldian is a quiet bird that peeps and sings a little. They make a soft, pleasant sound that is quite soothing.

They eat a simple finch/canary food, and enjoy a spray of millet as a treat once a week or so.

Fresh water daily is a must, and they enjoy taking a little bath most days.

Though most won't breed, they do like to build a nest, and we offer them timothy hay for this fun job.

Personality

Gouldians are pleasant "watching only" birds. They don't like to be held, and can even panic and die when handled.

Stress is deadly for these little birds - but they are a joy to watch!

Breeding

Gouldians are among the most difficult finches to breed successfully because they are typically not wonderful parents. They have a tendency to abandon both eggs and babies, or even refuse to nest at all.

How surprised we were to discover our pair are amazing parents!