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The Violet-eared waxbill or common grenadier (Granatina granatina) is a common species of estrildid finch found in drier lands of Southern Africa. Their natural habitat is in lightly treed areas that include acacia and thorn bush. Violet-eared waxbills for sale should be considered by advanced avian enthusiasts and are best housed in a planted aviary.
The Violet-eared Waxbill, also known as the Common Grenadier (Granatina granatina), is a beautiful estrildid finch native to the drier regions of Southern Africa. These attractive birds are commonly found in lightly wooded areas with acacia trees and thorn bush.
Because of their territorial nature and specific care requirements, Violet-eared Waxbills are best suited to experienced bird keepers. At Aviora Haven, we recommend providing them with a spacious, well-planted aviary that offers plenty of cover and room to establish a territory.
Violet-eared Waxbills are found throughout Southern Africa. Their natural habitats include subtropical and tropical dry shrubland and savanna.
They occur in:
The Violet-eared Waxbill has a pleasant song and call. You can listen to a recording of the species to become familiar with its vocalizations.
With proper care and suitable housing, Violet-eared Waxbills can live approximately 6–7 years.
Violet-eared Waxbills are territorial birds. For this reason, it is best to house one pair per planted aviary.
A well-designed aviary should provide vegetation, visual barriers, and enough space for the pair to establish their own territory without unnecessary conflict.
Violet-eared Waxbills are easily sexed visually, making it possible to distinguish males and females by their appearance.
If a gender option is not available for a particular bird on the Aviora Haven website, the species may be difficult to sex visually. DNA testing is available for an additional $149 per bird to help guarantee the preferred gender.
DNA testing may add approximately 3–6 or more weeks to the estimated delivery time while the gender results are obtained. Please see the Aviora Haven FAQs for additional information.
During courtship, the male Violet-eared Waxbill may carry a piece of grass or feather in his bill. With his feathers raised, he bows and bobs toward the female as part of his courtship display.
Because these birds are territorial, one pair per aviary is recommended.
The nest is usually a loosely constructed ball made from dry grass stems and lined with feathers. A side entrance provides access to the nest. Violet-eared Waxbills may place their nests low in thorn bushes or as high as approximately 3 meters above the ground.
Both parents help bring feathers to the nest during the egg and chick stages.
A varied diet is important for maintaining healthy Violet-eared Waxbills. Suitable foods can include:
Live insects can be particularly valuable during breeding and chick-rearing.
Violet-eared Waxbills are beautiful and rewarding birds, but their territorial behavior means they require thoughtful housing. A large, planted aviary with suitable vegetation and plenty of space is ideal.
At Aviora Haven, we aim to provide bird enthusiasts with helpful information about these distinctive finches so they can make informed decisions about their care, housing, diet, and breeding requirements.
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