Canary – Timbrado – Crested/Plainhead
$100.00
The Spanish Timbrado Canary is one of three primary internationally recognized song canary breeds alongside the German Roller and Belgian Waterslager. Developed in Spain, the Timbrado has a bold open-beak singing style producing a distinctive bright, metallic, bell-like song quite different from the soft closed-beak…
The Spanish Timbrado Canary is one of three primary internationally recognized song canary breeds alongside the German Roller and Belgian Waterslager. Developed in Spain, the Timbrado has a bold open-beak singing style producing a distinctive bright, metallic, bell-like song quite different from the soft closed-beak singing of the German Roller. Available in plainhead and crested (Moño) varieties. The name comes from the Spanish word ‘timbrar’ meaning to stamp or ring — a reference to the clear bell-like quality of the best Timbrado tours.
Timbrado Song Characteristics
The Timbrado song consists of metallic rolls, trills, and clear bell-like notes judged in formal competitions on variety, quality, and musical impression. The song is brighter and more open than the German Roller — closer to what most people imagine when thinking of a singing canary.
Care
Hardy, active birds doing well in standard canary housing. Provide a minimum 20-inch cage, quality seed mix, regular egg food, fresh greens, and daily water. Young males develop full song over their first year and benefit from exposure to quality singing adult males.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Timbrado a loud canary?
They sing with an open beak producing a bright clear song — louder than a German Roller but not excessively loud. Suitable for home environments.
What is the difference between Crested and Plainhead Timbrado?
The Crested Timbrado (Moño) has a feather crest; the Plainhead has smooth head feathers. Both produce the same Timbrado song — the crest is purely cosmetic.
How do Timbrado song competitions work?
Male birds are judged on their song tours — specific melodic passages evaluated for quality, variety, and delivery by trained judges against the formal breed standard.
Can I breed Timbrado Canaries at home?
Yes, they breed readily in home aviaries. Provide a standard canary nest, nesting material, and nutritious breeding diet including egg food, greens, and soft food.
Related Pages
Canaries category page | German Roller Canary | Waterslager Canary
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