Welcome to The Finch Farm

About The Finch Farm

The Finch Farm is now closed.

Thank You to all who have supported the farm over the years. Perhaps I will breed again in the future. You are still welcome to email any Gouldian questions you may have and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

About Gouldians

Sometimes called The Rainbow Finch, Gouldians are one of the most colorful birds on earth. Native to Australia these incredible little birds are endangered and today exist mainly in aviaries. This domesticated form comes in a variety of color mutations. Gouldians live to about 10 years old. They are a bit more challenging than some finches but are quite hardy when kept properly. I would recommend this species for slightly experienced to experienced bird keepers.

News & Views

Less than 2500 remain in the wild.

Recent estimates suggest that less than 2500 Gouldian finches (Erythrura gouldiae) remain in the wild. Although once common throughout northern tropical Australia, recent declines now mean that the Gouldian finch is pretty much extinct in Queensland and restricted to small and isolated populations in Western Australia.

In 1992 the Gouldian finch was classified as endangered because of the dramatic declines in their numbers and range. Mismanagement of their native habitat is thought to be the primary cause.

This is where the Save the Gouldian Fund comes in.

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