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Unflighted Yellow Cock
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The Cinnamon Canary was developed and established as a separate variety in England in the early 19th Century. To some extent it resembles the Norwich Canary in type but it is slightly larger, more active and virile. It is also a freer breeder, rearing its own young.

Essentially a 'colour' variety, the 'ideal' bird is a rich, dark, glowing red brown in the yellow form and a subtle blend of pinky and softer browns in the buff form. While never being a popular variety, it has always attracted the connoisseur Fancier, who appreciates the richness and delicacy of its colouring.

In the past the variety has suffered depredation from Norwich Canary breeders, who mistakenly believed that the introduction of Cinnamon blood into their stocks would enhance the feather quality of their birds. Also, there were others who tried to create a Norwich Cinnamon. The outcrossing necessary to achieve Norwich 'type' simply results in loss of colour.

Despite the many myths propagated by the so-called experts, who do not breed this variety, the Cinnamon Canary does not need outcrosses to sustain it. The correct pairing for these birds is Cinnamon to Cinnamon, observing the yellow to buff rule as in all other canary varieties.

The Cinnamon Canary is supported strongly in East Anglia and stock is usually available November - December. All enquiries are welcome and advice is freely given.

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