Red-headed parrot finch: incubation period, weaning age and breeding
Red-headed parrot finch eggs hatch after 13–14 days of incubation. Chicks fledge at 21 days and are weaned and independent at about 35–42 days. A typical clutch is 3–6 eggs.
Breeding numbers
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Adult weight (g) | 15-18 |
| Length (cm) | 12 |
| Clutch size | 3-6 |
| Incubation (days) | 13-14 |
| Fledging (days) | 21 |
| Weaning / independence (days) | 35-42 |
| Breeding age (maturity) | 6–9 months |
| Lifespan (years) | 4-7 |
| Breeding season | All year |
| Sexing | Cock: larger red face; DNA advised. |
Origin: New Caledonia — Scientific name: Erythrura psittacea
Size: 12 cm, 15-18 g
Breeding and care tips
As blue-faced: live food and a flight.
Mutations and colours
Named only (not confirmed or polygenic — not used in the calculation): Sea-green.
Zajel's genetics lab predicts chick colours from both parents for established mutations only; disputed ones are shown with a note and left out of the calculation.
Need the exact date? Use the egg hatch calculator and the weaning age chart.
Related species
- Budgerigar
- Canary
- Zebra finch
- Red-headed finch
- Gouldian finch
- Bengalese society finch
- Java sparrow
- Owl finch
Frequently asked questions
How long do Red-headed parrot finch eggs take to hatch?
Red-headed parrot finch eggs hatch after 13-14 days of incubation.
How many eggs does a Red-headed parrot finch lay?
Usually 3-6 eggs per clutch.
When do Red-headed parrot finch chicks leave the nest?
Chicks fledge at about 21 days old.
When are Red-headed parrot finch chicks weaned?
They are weaned and independent at about 35-42 days.
At what age can a Red-headed parrot finch breed?
A Red-headed parrot finch reaches breeding age at about 6–9 months; pairing earlier is not advised.
What is the Red-headed parrot finch breeding season?
All year
How do you tell a male Red-headed parrot finch from a female?
Cock: larger red face; DNA advised.
How long does a Red-headed parrot finch live?
About 4-7 years with good care.