BIRDS - CANARY FEMALE

Canary

The Canary is a domesticated species of the finch family, they are often referred to as songbirds due to their calls.

For a pet canary

• Cage: A spacious cage with horizontal bars is best, as canaries are good at climbing.
• Environment: Place the cage in a well-lit, draft-free area between 65-80°F. Provide a cage cover for night to ensure a light/dark cycle.
• Food and water: Offer a balanced diet of seeds and pellets, supplemented with vegetables. Fruits should be limited, and fresh water must always be available.
• Enrichment: Include natural wooden perches at different heights, a bird bath, and a variety of toys.
• Health: Provide preventative care for parasites and be attentive to changes in droppings or signs of illness like lethargy or fluffed feathers, consulting a vet if needed. 

• Canary Characteristics 

  Difficulty of Care	Beginner
  Average Lifespan	Up to 10+ years with proper care
  Average Adult Size	3­–4 inches long, head to end of tail
  Diet	Granivorous (grain-eaters)
  Minimum Habitat Size	18 L x 14 W x 18 H (inches)

  Canary Supply Checklist

  To keep a canary happy and healthy, pet parents should have these basic supplies on hand: 

  • Appropriately sized habitat

  • High-quality pelleted canary food

  • Millet spray  

  • Cuttlebone

  • Cuttlebone/millet holder  

  • Treats

  • Habitat paper or other paper-based litter

  • Food and water dishes

  • Variety of perches

  • Variety of toys

  • Birdbath  

  • Lice & Mite Spray