The Java sparrow is about 15 to 17 cm (5.9 to 6.7 in) in length from the beak to its tip of tail feathers. Although only about the size of a house sparrow, it may be the largest species in the estrildid family. The adult is unmistakable, with its grey upperparts and breast, pink belly, white-cheeked black head, red eye-ring, pink feet and thick red bill.
Both sexes are similar. Immature birds have brown upperparts and pale brown underparts, and a plain head. Very young birds have a black beak with a pink base.
The call is a chip, and the song is a rapid series of call notes chipchipchipchipchipchip.
Please note, Livestock can naturally differ from each other as they are not always identical. These birds are now available in a variety of different colors. They may also differ from the images shown online. Customers may however, specify any of the requirements / likes / dislikes, if they have any. Availability of any specific color is not guaranteed. But we shall try to match as close as possible.
Livestock in store is health guaranteed. However, we cannot provide any life warranty after these pets are put and kept in any of our uncontrolled environment. It is important to provide a proper habitat by following some suggested tips. More information can also be obtained from specialized animal care staff at the time of purchase.
Highly Pedigreed
Bred in Free Flight Aviary
Raised only on Hari Approved Products
Kept in UVA, UVB and Infrared Nocturnal Lighting.
Care Guide and Recommendations
Habitat
- A Roomy Cage (WIdth; a minimum of double time and a half of the size of bird, when they stretch thier wings. (i.e. 18″ x 18″)
- Bedding (Fresh ‘n’ Comfy Recycled Paper Bedding, Corn cob or Paper towel with grate )
- Food Bowl (Usually included in Cages)
- Water Bowl (Usually included in Cages)
- Hideout (Tent / hammock) makes them feel protected.
- Toys (They love to chew and play, therefore, providing a few toys helps in catering to a healthy lifestyle for the pet!)
Diet Plan
- At present eating a mixture of Finch gourmet seed and small pallets.
- Pellets No colorful, sugary stuff (Preferable: Tropican Pellets; designed to create a mess free environment)
- Prime vitamin (Prime is a full-spectrum vitamin, mineral, amino acid supplement for birds. It is the only bird food supplement specifically formulated for seed, vegetable and fruit-based diets.)
- Mineral / Salt Block
- Cuttlefish bone.
- Spinach, Romain Lettuce, Kale, Berries, grapes etc.
- Treats
Lighting
UVB enables birds to produce vitamin D, also known as the “sunshine vitamin,” which is essential for calcium metabolism and immune function. UVC is normally filtered out by the earth's ozone layer and does not exist on the planet naturally.
UVB plays a very important role. It allows your bird to synthesise Vitamin D3 in their skin or through a special process involving the preening gland. Parrots need Vitamin D3 to metabolise calcium which they use to produce eggs, build and maintain strong bones and maintain normal growth.
Keeping your bird under right amount of UVB needs some consultation with a Certified Professional.
Despite other benefits from UVB, it helps processing the calcuim in captivity and help improving the birds vision.
