Our Breeds/ Finches
Our Breeds/ Finches

Cut Throat Finch

About Cut Throat Finch

The Cut Throat Finch (Amadina jasciata) is an Estrildid finch. It is also known by the names of Bearded Finch, Ribbon Finch and Weaver Finch. These finches usually use nests constructed by other birds.

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Habitat

Sub Saharan Africa

Primary Diet

Grass seeds, mealworms, termites, ant pupae

Life span - wild

8 years

Life span - captivity

10 years

Conservation status

Least concern

Pet potential

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Images

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