Canaries are small birds and popular as pets. They are characterized by their pleasant and melodic song and the color of their plumage, which can vary in orange, yellow, red, green and blue.
They are birds that can measure between 12 -14 centimeters, have a conical beak and short legs.
How should we care for canaries?
Mainly to care for a canary we must provide it with a cage large enough so that it can fly inside it.
The hygiene of the cage must be maintained, cleaning it every day. Remove food remains and excrement and wash the containers with hot water and soap.
Canaries need natural light during the day to maintain their proper sleep-wake cycle. It is advisable to place the cage in a place where it receives indirect sunlight.
The ideal room temperature for canaries is about 20-25 degrees Celsius. Avoid exposing them to cold air currents or sudden changes in temperature.
What type of food is recommended for canaries?
Canaries require a balanced and varied diet to stay healthy.
Although birdseed is an important part of their diet, it does not provide all the necessary nutrients that these small birds need.
Giving them a good seed mixture that contains, in addition to canary seed, flax, millet, and oats will help the canaries have a strong immune system.
What type of food do newborn canaries need?
Newborn canaries must be offered a balanced mix of nutrients, vitamins and minerals essential for their growth.
Certain foods that satisfy these requirements are breeding pasta:
This is a food specifically formulated to meet the nutritional needs of young canaries or egg porridge.