Arranging ornamental birds according to ease of breeding

Many beginners are fond of owning a pair of ornamental birds but are unsure of which type to buy and which is the easiest to breed. Beginners often want to see their birds nesting, laying eggs, and raising chicks, which is why they ask this question. Sometimes, the reason for wanting to own ornamental birds is the desire for quick and easy breeding to benefit from the chicks, such as selling them or increasing the number of birds.

In this article, we will try to rank the top 5 types of ornamental birds that you can start with as a beginner. These birds will be ranked based on the number of eggs they can lay, ease of nesting, and the speed of hatching and chick growth.

5: Cockatiels Cockatiels are good birds for bird enthusiasts, although they may not be as easy as the other types mentioned. However, they are still considered good birds in terms of production and ease of breeding.

A female Cockatiel can lay around 5 eggs after mating. After the eggs are laid, the incubation period begins, which can last up to 21 days.

After hatching, the pair starts feeding the chicks, and after approximately 40 days, the chicks leave the nest and become self-sufficient after two months.

Around 7-8 months old, the juveniles become adults and are ready for breeding.

4: Lovebirds Lovebirds are also good birds for new breeders. They are easy to handle and do not require professional care, and they eat almost anything.

Their only drawback is their loud and sometimes annoying noise, so this species is not recommended for shared or confined living spaces.

A female Lovebird can lay up to 7 eggs. The eggs are incubated for about 22 days, and then the parents take care of the chicks for approximately 21 days after hatching.

The chicks become independent at around 50 days old and are ready for breeding at 6 months old.

3: Java Sparrows (Java Finches) Java Sparrows, also known as Java Finches, are available in many Arab and foreign countries due to the increasing interest in owning them.

Java Finches are considered easy to breed and do not require a lot of resources or conditions for newcomers to bird breeding.

They are productive and in demand in most Arab and foreign countries with minimal care, proper feeding, and access to vegetables, etc. Female Java Sparrows can lay up to 7 eggs.

The female incubates the eggs for a period of up to two weeks (14 days). After hatching, the chicks leave the nest at around 20 days old.

After two months, the juveniles become self-sufficient, and at 4 months old, they are ready for breeding.

2: Budgerigar (Budgie) The Budgerigar, commonly known as Budgie, is perhaps the most famous bird in the world. It is highly recognizable, and its popularity has made it one of the most sought-after and sold birds.

Budgies are among the easiest birds to handle, which has contributed to their widespread popularity. They require minimal special care or complicated provisions.

Budgies can breed anytime and anywhere. The female lays eggs, sometimes up to 10, but usually 4 to 7 eggs. The incubation period is approximately 18 days.

After the parents take care of the chicks for two weeks, they leave the nest for the first time, and at around one and a half months old, they become self-sufficient.

Budgies can be ready for breeding at 4 to 5 months old.

1: Zebra Finch The Zebra Finch is one of the most beautiful and smallest species of ornamental birds, with a size

not exceeding 10 centimeters. It exhibits wonderful color mutations, and its price varies based on the mutation and rarity.

It is also one of the most productive and easy-to-handle birds. If you handle them well, they will produce a large number of high-quality chicks.

A female Zebra Finch can lay between 3 to 7 eggs, with an average of around 5 eggs based on our extensive experience breeding these beautiful birds. The incubation period is only 13 days, and the chicks leave the nest at around 20 days old.

After approximately one month to 40 days, the chicks become self-sufficient. Due to their ease and speed of production, Zebra Finches are considered one of the more affordable bird species.

The juveniles become ready for breeding at 3 months old, making it one of the fastest life cycles among birds.

In conclusion, if you are a beginner interested in breeding ornamental birds, the above-mentioned species are ranked in order of ease of breeding and productivity. Each species has its unique characteristics and requirements, so it's important to research and prepare the appropriate environment and care for your chosen birds.