GOULDIAN FINCH
The Gouldian Finch, Erythrura gouldiae (or Chloebia gouldiae), also known as the Lady Gouldian Finch, Gould's Finch or Rainbow Finch , is a colourful passerine bird endemic to Australia. There is strong evidence of a continuing decline, even at the best-known site near Katherine in the Northern Territory. It is bred in captivity, but is an endangered species, with less than 2,500 left in the wild. It is subject to a conservation program.
"The bird-watcher's life is an endless succession of surprises."
W.H. Hudson -- The Book of a Naturalist
Links:
www.mypets.net.au/
http://en.wikipedia.org/
4 comments:
Those birds are very beautiful!
Not only beautiful, but also colorful. Are these birds same as Maya or Pipit?
Not only beautiful, but also colorful. Are these birds same as Maya or Pipit?
No, they differ in color, size and the shape of the bill. Pipit (Sparrows) are generally dull-colored.
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