Amadins white: photo, care, content and breeding

In this article we want to talk about the Amadin. These little birds have long been popular with pet lovers. Amadins white belong to the family of finch weaver, which can be found all over the globe.

Appearance of white amadin

How do the white amads look? The description of this little bird needs to start with the fact that mentioning her credulity. A moving and cheerful creature can conquer the hearts of even the most indifferent to feathered people. In the wild, Amadins live in Australia and Africa. Some species are also found in South Asia. Birds live not only in thickets, but also in open areas.

Amadin white are small in size, the length of their torso is from ten to fifteen centimeters. Although they are considered to be songwrights, they are singing very badly. Of course, they are able to make a melodious trill, but it will look more like a whistle, buzzing or chirping. Moreover, males sing much better than females.

The clavicle of the amadine is arcuate, thick and curved, giving the impression that it is translucent, as if it were made of wax. Young birds have black color, males have bright coral hue, and females have orange color.

Amadins are found in a variety of colors, sometimes their plumage is extremely beautiful and bright.

Color of birds

The coloring of amadin is a separate topic for conversation. It is even possible to determine the place where birds live. Those birds that live in temperate latitudes have white, brown and pale colors. But the tropical inhabitants are always dressed in smart clothes. There are also birds with a bright combination of black, red, green, blue, yellow and purple hues.

Males of some varieties are able to change the plumage before the mating season. In any case, the color of male individuals is always brighter than females. This feature is conceived by nature so that the father of the family can lead in case of danger of enemies from the nest. And the female, on the contrary, should be as noticeable as possible, as she incubates eggs.

Scientists even say that the color of feathers on the bird's head reflects their character. On the basis of experiments, they concluded that the amadin with red feathers on his head would be much more pugnacious and conflicting than his brothers. In general, birds perceive this color as a sign of aggression.

But blackheads are the most daring, they are more curious and inquisitive.

Types of white amadin

On the earth, there are thirty-eight varieties of these beautiful birds and not less than three hundred of their subspecies. They are very easy to breed in captivity, so feathered lovers among their large numbers distinguish the following types:

1. Zebra.
2. Muscat.
3. Japanese (scaly).
4. Rice.
5. Malabar.
6. Sharp-tailed.

Also birds are subdivided in color by:

1. White.
2. Yellow.
3. Brown-breasted.
4. Mistress.
5. Red-necked.

Any division of amadines into species is rather conditional, since they practically do not differ from each other, except for the coloring.

Zebra Amadines

Such birds live in Australia, not only in arid places, but also near forests. If they have chosen a densely populated region, they can dwell even on the streets, in gardens, in courtyards, in the fields. But if there is not enough water on the territory, then the Amadins are settling closer to people.

These birds do not like solitude, and therefore fly in large flocks. Even during the rest they do not move away from each other. Amadins have an interesting feature: they do not move away from feeding areas and daytime rest more than four kilometers.

Scientists have discovered some features of this species of birds, which they acquired, upholstered in arid lands. So, for example, this species can manage without water for months. But if there is an overabundance of moisture, then the amadina drinks half as much as other relatives. A wild zebra person, in severe drought, can drink very salty water, which for other birds is just a poison.

If the Amadins live in places where there is a rainy season every year, then the females will breed every year. But in regions where there may be no moisture for several years, birds can wait for more favorable time, although their organism is always ready for reproduction.

In the wild, zebra amadin build nests in places where lizards and snakes can not reach them. Reptiles like to eat masonry. Therefore, nests are often found in bushes, small hollows and mink. Zebra Amadins feed together, with the whole great pack. Young birds begin to molt at the age of two months, after which they are ready to reproduce.

The first information about the breeding of these lovely birds appeared in the nineteenth century. It has been a long time since then they have become incredibly popular. Of course, during their home time they changed a lot, both outwardly and in behavior. So, for example, wild zebra individuals have bright plumage with a clear delineation of colors, and in captive birds, these boundaries are greatly eroded, yellow and brown shades dominate.

Breeders worked hard, constantly creating new varieties with unique colors. So there were different kinds of white amadin. Birds with such color are not found in the wild. In the early twenties of the last century, white zebra amadines (reviewed in our article) with dark eyes, that distinguish them among many other albinos, were derived.

Japanese variety

Just want to clarify that the Japanese Amadins in nature have never existed. They were taken out by crossing a bird such as a bronze manakin, with Chinese or Japanese varieties of amadin. Therefore, in nature they can not be seen, except that if the feathers slip out of the cage.

What is the difference between white and Japanese Amadins? Reviews of feathered lovers are confirmed by their extremely balanced and calm disposition. They are very friendly and get along very well in one cage with their relatives. People even thought of using breeding as nannies for chicks of other species of Amadin. During the periods of incubation of the offspring, couples must be resettled, since they like to visit other people's nests, because of which the offspring are crushed.

Such birds easily mate with their congeners, as well as with some other representatives of this family. As a result, the plumage of the young is very bright and beautiful. But the situation with hybrids is much more complicated. They practically can not reproduce. Therefore, to make the amads white, it was put a lot of work.

Amadina Gulda

It is believed that guldova Amadina has the most vivid and interesting coloring. In the wild, it can only be found in the north of Australia. This species is considered to be disappearing. Its name was given to the bird in honor of the wife of a British scientist who traveled with him and died after one such trip.

The behavior of such a bird is slightly different from the majority of its relatives. She often migrates to new places. As a rule, this happens after the rainy season, when there is very little food. Guldova Amadina very much likes to swim and at the same time consumes a lot of water. But it's very difficult to breed such a bird. Like their wild relatives, birds of this species throw their masonry or chicks. Therefore, people involved in their cultivation, acquire a few Japanese amadines, which can take care of the kids.

Silvery amadine

The silvery zebra species was also bred in Australia. Unlike wild birds, this bird has a feather of light silvery-gray color, the saturation of which is different for different individuals. Some Amadins have such a light shade that they are almost similar to white species. This feature in birds arose due to the almost complete loss of brown pigment called pheomelanin and a decrease in the content of eumelanin (black pigment). When breeding white individuals very carefully approach the choice of parents. It is important that there are no dark tones in the covers.

Also there is a light-sprite Amadina zebra. But the cream variety was derived by crossing brown and silvery individuals. The degree of coloring of such birds can be very different. Males, for example, on the cheeks have yellow specks, the sides are orange, and the lower part is completely white. A delicate silvery-brown hue made this kind of incredibly popular.

White amads: how to distinguish a male from a female?

If you want to acquire such a bird, you need to know its habits, and also understand what care it needs. First of all, newcomers who plan to buy birds are interested in two questions: "What do white amadins differ from other individuals?", "How to distinguish a male from a female?" Let's take a closer look at this. As we have already mentioned, bright birds have a pugniferous character, but white amadians are absolutely calm and balanced creatures. Therefore, if you dream of an obedient bird, then certainly you need to take a white bird.

As for the sex of Amadin, it is not so simple. Of course, people want to understand a little nuance, so as not to be deceived and not to get two females or males. So, to determine the sex of bright varieties is much easier. As for white individuals, an inexperienced amateur can make a mistake. To determine the sex, you should pay attention to the beaks of birds. In males, they are more red and bright, and in females - orange. The plumage of birds should not be paid attention, because it is white and no information gives us. The second sign for determining sex is singing amadin. Females do not sing at all. But male individuals have nice songs. It is worth remembering that males of the Japanese amadina do not sing, but rather whisper. This they differ from other representatives of a kind.

From the history…

In 1921 in Sydney for the first time a zebra amadin of white color was taken out. The feathering of such birds was completely devoid of pigment. However, unlike albinos, these birds had dark eyes, like wild specimens. Male from female is very difficult to distinguish, only by the color of the beak. In males, it is more vivid. Young chicks often have a gray feather on the wings and on the head before the first molt. Sometimes this effect persists even after the second change of feathers. It is very difficult to maintain the genetic line of white birds. To do this, manufacturers are selected, culling out all the colored representatives. There is one property of light representatives: near the mouth of a glowing figure. This is the difference between the white zebra amads. The reviews of bird feasts about beautiful white birds are confirmed by their calm and judicious nature.

Bird care at home: feeding

Suppose that in your house there were zebra amads. Features of care for them need to be studied in detail in advance in order to avoid unnecessary mistakes. The first thing you need to know is what to feed this cute creature.

The basis of the diet of birds are the seeds of wild grasses, young shoots and insects. And what about eating at home Amadina white? Feeding of birds is reduced to purchasing ready-made grain mixtures consisting of light millet varieties, flaxseed, canary seeds, etc. Currently in pet stores there is a pretty decent choice of ready-mix, designed specifically for amadine. What food is better to choose, it's up to you and your birds. It happens that the mixture of some producers feather eat better than others. This can only be checked on the basis of personal experience.

In addition to seeds, amadines need to add green food, for example, lettuce leaves, sprouted oats, field grasses. Very good, when in the diet there is a mixture of boiled eggs, green complementary foods and grated carrots. In the bird cage, there must necessarily be calcium - cuttlefish shell, shell rock, egg shell crumbs or calcined mixtures. You can not give them parrot food. Grain mixture is given once a day, one bird is enough for a teaspoon of seeds.

In addition, Amadins need live food: bloodworms, flour worms, camarous. Especially they need living creatures during the breeding season.

In one cage there should certainly be several feeders. In one you can pour seeds, in the other - a mush. Different types of complementary foods in one dish should not be confused. Amadins are white (photos are given in the article) are very fond of cucumbers and bread (better from bran).

Living at home

Everyone should understand that taking a bird into the house will need to take care of it. Since the Amadins survive to ten years, you need to carefully care for it, so as not to shorten the period of life. In principle, there are no more calm birds than white zebra amads. Their content in the apartment is not difficult, just need to know some basic rules.

Lovers should clearly understand that the bird will never sit quietly on the shoulders. Amadins should be in a cage, otherwise they can just go off. In addition, these beautiful creatures can not live alone, they need to have a minimum of two, otherwise the bird can perish from anguish.

For birds, you need to purchase a cage, perches, a bath in advance. It is necessary to clean the dwelling of the Amadin every day, as they stain, where it has trampled, like other birds. Once a month, it is worthwhile to conduct disinfection in order to prevent the appearance of all parasites and diseases associated with them.

Amadins very badly tolerate all sorts of sharp smells, so about any varnishes and perfumes in the room with feathery speech can not go. The cage can not be placed in drafts. And at the same time, the sun should fall on it for at least a few hours a day. Together to contain representatives of different species of amadin is not recommended, since we mentioned that some individuals are very prone to nature.

In the rest the birds are not fastidious. Therefore, white amads do not cause any particular problems. Care is not different with any difficulties, simply have to follow the basic rules of the content, which will save the birds health.

For birds, there must be swimming pools and drinking bowls in the cells. It must be ensured that there is no debris in the container. In bathing should not be more than two centimeters of water. Otherwise, chicks or even adults can simply drown. Water needs to be changed daily, and in summer it can even be several times. Amadins like to splash in fresh water. If a bird bathes, then this is a sure sign that she is healthy.

Reproduction of birds

Do the offspring of the amadina have white? Breeding birds at home is not such a difficult business. However, birds need care and attention, like any other living being. Amadins are ready for reproduction literally at two or three months old. But do not give them a nest before five months. For a young female, this can be dangerous. Yes, and the chance for such individuals to bring a viable quality offspring a bit.

Before starting to multiply, the Amadins should get comfortable and get acquainted if they previously lived in different cells. For this they will need from two to four weeks. If birds get along well, sit on one branch, the male sings songs, and the female croaks, then you can try to offer them a nest. Amadins are white (photo is given in the article) - these are timid creatures, so it is better to use a closed nesting house. An open nest is dangerous because it often drops eggs and fledglings.

The house is installed in a cage or suspended. There also put building materials: dry grass, coconut fiber. After a while the male will begin to equip the dwelling and take care of the female. And in three days, eggs may appear. If this does not happen within two weeks, then do not be upset, you can offer birds another nesting place or put two at once to choose.

In the case when birds do not get along very well, you can try to arrange them for some time, then they become bored and can more actively express their feelings. If nothing helps, you'll have to disband the couple and find each new partner. Sometimes the Amadins are very picky in their choice.

Sit on the laying of a bird in the presence of three or four eggs. During this period, you need to be especially careful with them. Amadin can not be disturbed and rearranged. Two weeks later the chicks appear. At first they are not heard at all, but on the third day they squeak a little. And two weeks later, the kids are shouting loudly. At the age of three weeks, the chicks first attempt to leave the nest.

Instead of an afterword

Amadins (white) in Russia have long been a rarity. If desired, you can buy yourself these lovely birds. They are great for beginners, because they are not too choosy in their care.