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Black Siskin
Carduelis atrata 

The following (broad) question was presented to "Google Answers" concerning the Carduelis atrata:

"I would like to know what they eat, how the breed (in cages), how do I have to take care of them? What insects they eat , etc. etc. In what cages they breed, etc., etc."

The answer begins as follows: "The bird you're referring to is called "Black Siskin" in English, and is considered to be one of the more difficult birds to breed in captivity. More