Description
Gloster Corona Canary – The Crowned Charmer
The Gloster Corona Canary is one of the most beloved fancy canary breeds, prized for its adorable round head and perfect feathered crest resembling a tiny crown. Small in size but big in personality, this charming bird makes an ideal pet for both novice and experienced bird keepers.
Distinctive Features:
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Signature Coronet Crest: Neat, circular crest atop a rounded head
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Compact Size: Petite 11-12 cm body with a stocky, well-proportioned build
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Friendly Disposition: Curious and active yet gentle nature
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Variety of Colors: Available in classic yellow, white, cinnamon, and variegated
Care Requirements:
✔ Standard canary diet (high-quality seed mix with greens)
✔ Regular crest maintenance (gentle cleaning if needed)
✔ Appropriate cage size (minimum 45×30×30 cm for single bird)
✔ Protection from excessive humidity to prevent crest matting
Breeding Notes:
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Crest is a dominant genetic trait
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Never breed two crested Glosters (25% mortality rate in offspring)
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Ideal pairing: Crested with non-crested (Consort) Gloster
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Show-quality birds require selective breeding for perfect crest formation
Show Standards:
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Crest should be symmetrical and centered
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Eyes must remain clearly visible
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Compact, rounded body shape preferred
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Bright, clear colors valued in exhibitions
The Gloster Corona’s perfect proportions and cheerful nature have made it a worldwide favorite among canary enthusiasts.
The best after 5 minutes arrive home my canary started singing 🙏🏻
Easy going, nice knowledgeable personnel. Good stock variety of birds. Quite pleased with my purchase.(singing Gloster Corona)