The beak of the finch comprises 1/3 of the head, and the eyes are almond-shaped.
White zebra finch
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The finch squats when relaxed, causing the entire figure to become rounded in appearance.
mouth. When the finch becomes alert or agitated, it holds its body erect, stretching itself thin.
Finches
Zebra finch The tail is used to maintain balance. Consequently, the legs attach to the body more toward the rear than center.
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Typically, on each foot members of the finch family have three toes facing forward and one facing rearward.
Parakeet feet have two toes in the front and two in the back.
