{"id":7782,"date":"2024-08-05T09:05:31","date_gmt":"2024-08-05T09:05:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/?post_type=product&#038;p=7782"},"modified":"2025-08-25T18:15:49","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T18:15:49","slug":"white-bengalese","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/product\/white-bengalese\/","title":{"rendered":"White Bengalese"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"product_desc-row\">\n<div class=\"product_desc-desc\">\n<p><strong>Important Keys:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Habitat:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Distribution:<\/strong> The White Bengalese Finch is not found in the wild; it is a domesticated variety of the Bengalese Finch (Lonchura striata). It is bred and kept in aviaries, birdcages, and indoor environments around the world.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Environment:<\/strong> Prefers well-maintained aviaries and birdcages where it can fly and forage. Adapts well to captivity with proper care and a suitable living environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Diet:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Primary Food:<\/strong> Seeds, grains, and occasionally small insects. In captivity, they are usually fed a balanced diet of millet, canary seed, and specialized finch mixes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Feeding Behavior:<\/strong> Forages on the ground and pecks at seeds and other food items.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Breeding:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Nesting:<\/strong> Builds nests using materials like grasses, leaves, and feathers. The nest is typically a small, enclosed structure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Egg Quantity:<\/strong> Usually lays 4-6 eggs per clutch.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Incubation Period:<\/strong> About 12-14 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fledging:<\/strong> Chicks fledge around 18-21 days after hatching.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Lifespan:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In Captivity:<\/strong> Can live up to 10-12 years or more with proper care, a balanced diet, and a good living environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Behavior:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Social Structure:<\/strong> Highly social and thrives in pairs or small flocks. Known for being friendly, active, and interactive.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vocalization:<\/strong> Produces a variety of chirps and calls. Vocalizations are generally soft and used for communication within flocks and during mating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Additional Information:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Genetic Background:<\/strong> The White Bengalese Finch is the result of selective breeding aimed at producing a fully white plumage. This breeding has led to the creation of various color morphs, but the white variety is particularly popular for its striking appearance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Care Considerations:<\/strong> White Bengalese Finches, like all domesticated finches, benefit from a clean, spacious environment and a diet rich in seeds and fresh vegetables. Regular social interaction and mental stimulation are also important for their well-being.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/zumma.la-studioweb.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/content-single-product-image-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"153\" height=\"34\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name:<\/strong> Lonchura striata<\/li>\n<li><strong>Size:<\/strong> About 11-12 cm (4.3-4.7 inches) in length.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Color:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Body:<\/strong> Pure white throughout, including the body, wings, and tail. This color mutation is a result of selective breeding and genetic modification.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Head:<\/strong> White, matching the rest of the body.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wings:<\/strong> White, consistent with the body color.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tail:<\/strong> White, complementing the overall plumage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beak:<\/strong> Short, conical, and adapted for seed eating. The beak is often reddish or orange.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Legs and Feet:<\/strong> Typically pinkish or light brown.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":7783,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[156,15],"product_tag":[164],"class_list":{"0":"post-7782","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-finches","7":"product_cat-uncategorized","8":"product_tag-finches","10":"first","11":"instock","12":"sale","13":"shipping-taxable","14":"purchasable","15":"product-type-simple"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/7782","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7782"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7783"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7782"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=7782"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=7782"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/phoolpanchi.com\/birds\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=7782"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}