DO ZEBRA FINCHES NEED HEAT?
In spite of their Australian origins, Zebra Finches can stand quite low temperatures (below freezing) if some shelter is available. They do NOT enjoy and thrive in draughty and damp conditions. They can be housed in outside aviaries all year round. However, when breeding it is advisable that the temperature does not fall below a minimum of about 5oC (41oF), and 10oC (50oF) is better. CAN COCK AND HEN ZEBRA FINCHES BE KEPT TOGETHER? Yes. However this is better in an aviary environment than in cages. The extra space gives more room for manoeuvre when the occasional bout of “chasing” takes place. In cages, especially when preparing for breeding, and if the pairs are intended for exhibiting, it is more usual to separate the sexes.
