Canary Facts

Origin of Species	Canary Islands
Life Span	10 years plus in captivity
Sexing	Males typically sexed by singing
Cage Size	12 inch square or larger, styles & system from breeding are varied
Perches	Provide a variety of sizes (do not use sandpaper/grit covered perches - these irritate the feet)
Cage Location	Avoid all drafts from open windows, any floor, windows or ceiling fans, A/C, etc.
Lighting	Full spectrum lighting best
Water	Fresh water daily, bathing minimal once per week, loves misting
Grit	Small quantities optional of a quality mineral/vitamin supplement
Foods	Seeds, egg food, greens, germinated seeds, fruits, vegetables
Food intake	Typically 10 to 20% of body weight per day, may increase while feeding young
Breeding Age	Both sexes should be 9 to 10 months old
Breeding season	Typically March thru May; many set up for breeding to start on Valentine's Day each year
Clutch Size	Typically 4 to 6 eggs
Incubation	14 days, female incubates alone
Fledging	Approximately 16 days after hatching, both parents feed young, if male kept with female & young
Song Training	Cassette loop with breed song recorded, played approximately 15 minutes several times each day