Cage & Aviary Birds

The ‘impossible’ combination

ZEBRA FINCHES

FOR many zebra finch enthusiasts, one of the great appeals of these quirky little birds lies in the combination of different mutations to make unusual and eye-catching birds that are not often seen.

Trial pairings can help develop an understanding of genetics and, as different mutations are combined, the drive to try more unusual combinations is a constant aim and challenge. Several years ago, I set about trying to

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