Black Hooded Red Siskin - Carduelis cucullata

This striking bird comes from the wooded areas of northernmost South
America. The Siskin is in limited supply and is a finch for more experienced breeders. It can be a poor parent and needs extra attention, and extra heat for chicks to be successfully raised. Needs a good finch mix with added canary, chia and sunflower seed, green food especially flowering puha. At breeding time they require softfood and live food.