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Description
Lady Gouldian Finch – Orange Head Green Back
(Erythrura gouldiae)
Status: In Stock | Lifespan: 6-8 years (captive)
Shipping: Climate-controlled with live arrival guarantee
Product Description
The Orange Head Green Back Lady Gouldian Finch is a stunning color morph featuring a vibrant tangerine-colored head paired with deep emerald-green back plumage. These captive-bred specimens showcase one of nature’s most remarkable color combinations, with the orange head mutation being particularly prized by collectors. With proper care, these finches typically live 6-8 years in captivity, though some well-maintained birds reach up to 10 years.
Our juvenile birds (3 months old) are fully weaned and developing their full adult coloration. The orange head mutation is sex-linked, making it especially valuable for breeding programs focused on color genetics.
Key Features
✔ Rare Color Combination: Bright orange head with emerald-green back
✔ Strong Genetics: Carefully line-bred for vigor
✔ Active Personality: Excellent flyers and foragers
✔ Breeding Potential: Sex-linked inheritance pattern
Complete Care Guide
Housing Requirements:
- Minimum 30″ flight cage for pairs
- Temperature range: 68-78°F (20-25°C)
- UVB lighting recommended for color enhancement
Nutritional Needs:
- Special diet to maintain colors:
- 60% high-quality finch seed mix
- 20% carotenoid-rich foods (paprika, carrots)
- 15% live food (small mealworms)
- 5% egg food
Health Management:
- Annual vet checkups recommended
- Extra vitamin A during molt
- Low-stress environment crucial
What’s Included
✓ Health-certified finch(es)
✓ Color development guide
✓ DNA sex certificate (optional)
✓ Starter vitamin supplement pack
FAQ
Q: How does this differ from red head varieties?
A: Orange heads show warmer, more yellow-toned coloration
Q: Best foods to enhance the orange color?
A: Paprika peppers and other carotenoid-rich foods
Q: Breeding expectations?
A: Males pass to daughters; females pass to all offspring
Why Our Orange Heads?
• 10+ years specializing in color morphs
• Parent-raised for natural behaviors
• 30-day health guarantee
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