How to Make a Homemade Finch Aviary

Homemade aviaries provide a safe, attractive environment to house your birds for hours of viewing enjoyment. The beauty of designing your own is that you can make it to match your decor tastes as well as make it most convenient for your uses. Aviaries can be built any size and shape as long as they can be easily cleaned and house a sufficient amount of perches as well as food and water bowls. Keep the safety of the birds in mind as many birds get injured trying to escape aviaries.

Things You'll Need

  • Galvanized wire mesh
  • Wire cutters
  • Wooden frame (optional)
  • Screen doors and windows (optional)
  • Pull-out tray (optional)
  • Staple gun
  • Perches
  • Food and water bowls
  • Non-toxic plants
  • Full-spectrum florescent lights or other outdoor lights
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Instructions

  1. Build a Finch Aviary

    • 1

      Decide on the size and design of your aviary. Depending on your space, this may vary from 4 feet to 8 feet tall and 2 feet to 6 feet wide.

    • 2

      Cut galvanized wire mesh to the desired size and fasten together to form a sturdy enclosure or attach to a wooden frame for a more attractive aviary. Leave room for doors and windows where food bowls can be inserted and a space for a pull-out tray in the bottom.

    • 3

      Attach wire mesh to the frame (optional) with a staple gun or use the wire mesh to cover the top of the aviary if not attached to a wooden frame.

    • 4

      Add a door and small windows for easy access to food and water dishes. Screen doors and windows are easy to purchase and install.

    • 5

      Add a pullout tray to the bottom if you choose. If the aviary is walk-in, this is not necessary.

    • 6

      Add perches and non-toxic plants to your aviary to make it more comfortable and inviting for your birds.

    • 7

      Add full-spectrum florescent lighting or a string of outdoor lights to enhance your aviary and the quality of life for your birds.