Buyer question
How long does a Zebra finch live?
Our Animal Library gives the Zebra finch a lifespan of 5–10 years.
Source: the Zebra finch page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Zebra finch in the Animal Library
The detail
Zebra finches are small, lively Australian finches with bright orange beaks and constant beeping calls. They are hardy, breed readily and are ideal for people who want birds to watch rather than handle.
- Origin
- Australia
- Best fit
- Watchers, first-time bird keepers
What to weigh
Zebra finches do not enjoy handling and must be kept at least in pairs. They breed readily, so plan to control nesting.