Strawberry finch: incubation period, weaning age and breeding
Strawberry finch eggs hatch after 11–12 days of incubation. Chicks fledge at 20–21 days and are weaned and independent at about 35 days. A typical clutch is 4–6 eggs.
Breeding numbers
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Adult weight (g) | 7-10 |
| Length (cm) | 10 |
| Clutch size | 4-6 |
| Incubation (days) | 11-12 |
| Fledging (days) | 20-21 |
| Weaning / independence (days) | 35 |
| Breeding age (maturity) | 9–12 months |
| Lifespan (years) | 4-7 |
| Breeding season | Late summer-autumn |
| Sexing | Cock red with white spots in breeding plumage; eclipse cock browner than hen; hen olive. |
Origin: South Asia — Scientific name: Amandava amandava
Size: 10 cm, 7-10 g
Breeding and care tips
Cock moults to eclipse after breeding; carotenoid feeding keeps red in captivity.
Mutations and colours
No colour mutation of this species is confirmed in the sources.
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 Strawberry finch eggs take to hatch?
Strawberry finch eggs hatch after 11-12 days of incubation.
How many eggs does a Strawberry finch lay?
Usually 4-6 eggs per clutch.
When do Strawberry finch chicks leave the nest?
Chicks fledge at about 20-21 days old.
When are Strawberry finch chicks weaned?
They are weaned and independent at about 35 days.
At what age can a Strawberry finch breed?
A Strawberry finch reaches breeding age at about 9–12 months; pairing earlier is not advised.
What is the Strawberry finch breeding season?
Late summer-autumn
How do you tell a male Strawberry finch from a female?
Cock red with white spots in breeding plumage; eclipse cock browner than hen; hen olive.
How long does a Strawberry finch live?
About 4-7 years with good care.