Spice Finch

Lonchura punctulata

None listed at the moment

The breeders who raise them are still listed, and new birds appear regularly.

Photographed by the breeders who raised them, from listings on BirdBreeders.com. Birds still for sale link to their listing.

Spice Finch at a glance

Lifespan

5-10 years

Minimum cage

30in x 18in x 18in

Noise

Quiet

Talking

Rarely talks

Dander

Low

Experience

Fairly easy

Typical figures for the species, gathered from avian references. Individual birds vary.

Common questions

How long do Spice Finches live?

Spice Finches typically live 5-10 years in good conditions. That is a long commitment for any household, and worth planning for before buying rather than after.

How loud are Spice Finches?

Quiet. Noise is the most common reason parrots are rehomed, so it is worth being honest with yourself about your home, your neighbours and the hours you keep before choosing a species.

Do Spice Finches talk?

Rarely talks. No individual bird can be promised to speak, whatever the species is known for, so buy for the company rather than the conversation.

What size cage does a Spice Finch need?

A minimum of 30in x 18in x 18in, and wider matters more than taller - birds fly across rather than up. Treat any minimum as a floor rather than a target.

Are Spice Finches good for a first-time owner?

Fairly easy. Ask any breeder directly what they think of the match - a breeder who talks you out of a species is worth more than one who does not.

Do Spice Finches produce a lot of dust?

Low. It matters more than most people expect for anyone with asthma, and it is worth raising with a doctor before buying rather than afterwards.

Prices, what the species has sold for over the years, and ratings from breeders who raise them are on the listings page.

Spice Finch listings

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