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Is there an easy way to tell if my Bengalese Finch is male or female?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

How to sex pet Bengalese Finch birds?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 8th, 2017

Sexing male and female Society Finches is extremely difficult. Mating behavior will give you a clue as to the sexes of your finches. Males sing, and when next to the female will often stretch their necks and fluff their feathers. Both sexes will make chirping sounds. the only way to find out the sex of a Bengalese Finch is to have a DNA test done (this is done in special labs with 1 drop of blood from the bird).

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