How frequently do Owl Finches sing?

[Alexandra33]

My little Owl was advertised as a male, but I've only truly heard him "sing" quietly twice in two weeks. Beyond this, his range of sounds doesn't expand much beyond meows and short meeps. Is this normal?
I'm completely in love with these two new additions to my finch family!

Compared to local pricing per bird in our area (anywhere from $125 to $200), I actually got a pretty good deal on them. $85 for the Gouldian, and $95 for the Owl.

~Alex

 

[Henry&Friends]

I don’t know, but they are gorgeous!

 

[Alexandra33]

I don’t know, but they are gorgeous!

Thank you so much! Sweet, too. Both adore being talked to.

~Alex

 

[BantyChooks]

My little Owl was advertised as a male, but I've only truly heard him "sing" quietly twice in two weeks. Beyond this, his range of sounds doesn't expand much beyond meows and short meeps. Is this normal?
I'm completely in love with these two new additions to my finch family!

Compared to local pricing per bird in our area (anywhere from $125 to $200), I actually got a pretty good deal on them. $85 for the Gouldian, and $95 for the Owl.
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~Alex

Words cannot describe how jealous I am of you right now. Beautiful additions!

 

[Alexandra33]

Words cannot describe how jealous I am of you right now. Beautiful additions!

Uh oh, Banty's here....I need a padlock for my cage.

In all seriousness, thanks! If you don't already have caged birds, I totally recommend it. Listening to my Gouldian sing as I write this is sooooo soothing.

~Alex

 

[BantyChooks]

Uh oh, Banty's here....I need a padlock for my cage.

In all seriousness, thanks! If you don't already have caged birds, I totally recommend it. Listening to my Gouldian sing as I write this is sooooo soothing.

~Alex

I have had budgies for a long time and I've been in the market for finches for a while. I want Gouldians like I want to keep breathing, but alas, they've not been sold anywhere near me for quite a while. I'm thinking to settle for Zebras instead. They're pretty cute.

 

[Alexandra33]

I have budgies and I've been in the market for finches for a while. I want Gouldians like I want to keep breathing, but alas, they've not been sold anywhere near me for quite a while. I'm thinking to settle for Zebras instead. They're pretty darn cute.

Awesome! I like budgies if I'm in the mood to handle my birds, but finches are infinitely more fun to watch (animated, cheerful souls) and listen to.

That's very, very sad. Have you dug through all of your local pet stores, craigslist, and other online classifieds? If all else fails, Zebbies are precious. You won't be disappointed. I mean, look at that mischievous little face! She KNEW I was trying to snap a decent picture of Hoot, and intentionally photo bombed a million times.

~Alex

 

[Alexandra33]

I must add that Gouldians are better suited to people who love color/looks, and Zebras carry all the personality. (at least, from my current level of experience)

~Alex

 

[BantyChooks]

Awesome! I like budgies if I'm in the mood to handle my birds, but finches are infinitely much more fun to watch and listen to.

That's very, very sad. Have you dug through all of your local pet stores, craigslist, and other online classifieds? If all else fails, Zebbies are precious. You won't be disappointed. I mean, look at that mischievous little face! She KNEW I was trying to snap a decent picture of Hoot, and intentionally photo bombed a million times.
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~Alex

Repeatedly. It's harder than trying to buy a heart off the black market without getting busted by the cops.
Oh, what an adorable face! I was originally going to wait years if needed for Gouldians to show up, but the Zebras' tiny beeps absolutely captured my attention and I nearly came home with a pair right then and there. I liked the Owl finches at the store too, but I don't feel like spending that much cash on anything but the Gouldians that have been my heart's desire for well over a decade now.

 

[Alexandra33]

Repeatedly. It's harder than trying to buy a heart off the black market without getting busted by the cops.
Oh, what an adorable face! I was originally going to wait years if needed for Gouldians to show up, but the Zebras' tiny beeps absolutely captured my attention and I nearly came home with a pair right then and there. I liked the Owl finches at the store too, but I don't feel like spending that much cash on anything but the Gouldians that have been my heart's desire for well over a decade now.

Goodness sakes, I'd hate to know what people have to go through to get their hands on a finch over there! Are you required to literally pay an arm and a leg?

Yes, Zebs are affordable AND irresistible.....I'm impressed you had the self control to NOT snatch a pair up on the spot. Here, Owls are far more expensive than Gouldians. He's quickly become my favorite, though, as his personality is reminiscent of that of a Zebra, minus the aggression. Totally worth it.

Fingers crossed you find a stunning Gouldian or two or ten in the not too distant future. ALL of the mutations are gorgeous, but I HAD to go with a normal Red-Headed for starters. He's a living rainbow! Who knows, a Blue or Yellow-Backed might be next.....

~Alex