Description
Orange-Cheeked Waxbill
(Estrilda melpoda)
Captive-Bred & Ready for Aviaries
Availability Update
Current Status:
- Breeding pairs in stock
- Juveniles available seasonally
- DNA sexing optional
Why These Waxbills Stand Out
✔ Vibrant Colors: Warm orange cheeks with crisp black barring
✔ Active Personalities: Constant motion in planted aviaries
✔ Soft Chirping: Pleasant background sounds, never loud
✔ Hardy Disposition: Adapt well to captive environments
What’s Included:
- Health certification
- Diet transition guide
- Species-specific care sheet
Aviary Compatibility
Ideal Setup:
- 24″L minimum for pairs
- Dense planting encouraged
- Multiple feeding stations
Good Companions:
- Other small estrildid finches
- Peaceful softbills
- Non-aggressive quail species
Breeder Insights
Key Traits:
- Maturity: 6 months
- Clutch Size: 4-5 eggs
- Incubation: 11-13 days
- Fledge Age: 18 days
Pro Tip:
“Provide fine-stemmed grasses for nest building – they prefer materials under 3″ long.”
Care Essentials
Diet:
- 60% small millet mix
- 25% sprouted seeds
- 15% live foods (fruit flies, micro-mealworms)
Special Needs:
- Grit supplement
- Shallow water dishes
- UV exposure benefits
Purchase Process
- Inquire about current availability
- Select your preferred birds
- Schedule pickup/shipping
Mobile-Optimized Features
- Tap-to-expand care details
- Swipeable image gallery
- Instant chat support
SEO Keywords (Naturally Integrated):
- “Orange-Cheeked Waxbill availability”
- “Captive-bred Estrilda melpoda”
- “Waxbill finches for aviaries”
- “Buy colorful small finches”
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