Gouldian finch facts for kids
The Gouldian finch (scientific name: Erythrura gouldiae) is a super colorful bird from Australia. People also call it the Lady Gouldian finch, Gould's finch, or the rainbow finch because of its amazing colors. Both male and female Gouldian finches have bright feathers, often with black, green, yellow, and red markings.
These beautiful birds live in northern Australia. You can find them in places like the Northern Territory, Western Australia, and Queensland. Sadly, the Gouldian finch is currently listed as near-threatened. This means their numbers are getting low, and they might become endangered if we don't protect them.
How the Gouldian Finch Got Its Name
The Gouldian finch was first described by a British artist named John Gould in 1844. He was an expert on birds. He named this finch Amadina gouldiae to honor his wife, Elizabeth, who had passed away.
Images for kids
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Black-headed male Gouldian finch
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Black-headed female Gouldian finch
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Red headed male Gouldian finch at Artis Zoo, Netherlands
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A young Gouldian finch (first day out of the nest) – note the blue nodules on the side of its beak
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A young Gouldian finch with the beginnings of bright adult plumage
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Two gouldian finches eating birdseed
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Newly hatched Gouldian finch chicks
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A juvenile at Cincinnati Zoo
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White Gouldian finch and yellow Gouldian finch mutation
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White-breasted yellow-headed Gouldian finch (left) and black-headed male Gouldian finches
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Adult male double factor yellow back Gouldian finch
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See also
In Spanish: Erythrura gouldiae para niños
