Black-headed Canary

Alariogirlitz ( Serinus Alario )

The Alariogirlitz ( Serinus Alario ) is a Fink from the kind of European Serins. Its circulation area covers the south and the southwest of Africa. In Europe, it is occasionally kept as an ornamental bird.

The Alariogirlitz has a high-contrast black-and- white and brown body plumage. It reaches a body length from 11.5 to 12.5 inches. The singing is fluting and is similar to the canary.

Reproduction

The Alariogirlitz is a free breeder. The female lays three to five eggs in a lined with grasses, plant fibers, animal hair and moss nest. Incubation period is about 13 days.

The Alariogirlitz feels most comfortable in an indoor aviary. In caging this type tends to obesity. He is regarded as a peaceful bird that can be kept together with other dogs and other small birds.