Abstract
A Reflection of 1991:
1991 was another successful year
for AFA's Red Siskin Project. Both our
member numbers and bird numbers
have grown significantly since 1990
(as seen in the graph).
We have a total of 44 Red Siskin
Project Breeders in the program as of
year end 1991 . These breeders are
found in 19 different states and in
Trinidad. The numbers of red siskins
in the program climbed by 55 birds
since the previous year. Currently,
we have 142 red siskins registered in
the studbook and approx. 50% of
these birds are owned by the AF A.
The other siskins are owned by the
individual Siskin Project Breeders.
In 1991, many Siskin Project Breeders
were given at least two pairs to
work with. There wasn't a high rate
of breeding success, as many of the
birds were young, and ideal conditions
were not present at many facilities.
We are t aking a different strategy
in 1992, where breeders are
given three to four pairs. It is hoped
that the additional numbers of singing
males will stimulate breeding in
all females , and the siskins will feel
more at home. Standardized lighting
conditions, etc. were given to the
breeders in 1992 to aid in breeding
success. We have already had reports
from a couple of breeders who have
hatched baby siskins in 1992. It looks
like the 1992 breeding season promises
to be a good one for the Red Siskin
Project!