Swamp Grass Nesting Material 10g – Natural Nest Building for Finches, Canaries & Quails

Natural Nest-Building Grass for Finches, Canaries and Quails

Swamp Grass is a natural nesting material that finches, canaries and quails use to build and line their nests. Also known as November grass, it is made up of soft, flexible fibres that birds can pull, weave and shape into a snug nest, which encourages natural nest-building behaviour during the breeding season. This is the small 10g pack, a handy size for a nest or two or for trying it with your birds.

Why Birds Take to Swamp Grass

Swamp grass is popular with breeders because it is soft and easy for small birds to work with. The fine, pliable strands are simple for finches and canaries to weave into shape, so they can build a secure nest that cushions the eggs and helps keep the clutch warm. Being an all-natural fibre, it is gentle on birds and lets them nest the way they would in the wild.

Attach It to the Cage or Aviary

The best way to offer swamp grass is to peg or tie a bundle to the side of the cage or aviary wire, so your birds can pull strands from it as they build. Keeping it off the floor stops it from getting soiled and gives the birds clean, ready access. Once they get going, the birds will do the rest, shaping the grass into a nest to suit their own preferences.

A Small Pack to Get Started

At 10g, this is a small, convenient pack, good for setting up a nest or two or for trying swamp grass with your birds before buying in bulk. It can be used on its own, which is usually enough for finches, or alongside other safe nesting materials such as sterilised feathers or coconut fibre for a bit of variety.

Key Features & Benefits

• Natural swamp grass (November grass) nesting material
• Soft, flexible fibres birds can weave and shape
• Suits finches, canaries, quails and other small birds
• Encourages natural nest-building behaviour
• Can be used alone or with feathers or coconut fibre
• Best pegged to the cage or aviary side for clean access
• Handy small 10g pack

Product Details

• Type: Natural nesting material for birds
• Also known as: November grass
• Suitable for: Finches, canaries, quails and small birds
• Pack size: 10g
• Brand: Elite Pet Products

How to Use

Take a bundle of swamp grass and peg, clip or tie it to the side of the cage or aviary wire, within easy reach of your birds and off the floor so it stays clean. Your birds will pull strands from it and weave their own nest, either loose in a nest or lining a nest box. You can add a little to a nest box to get them started if you prefer. Offer more as they use it up, and remove any soiled grass to keep things hygienic.

Frequently Asked Questions

What birds is swamp grass for?
It suits finches, canaries and quails, as well as other small birds that build and line their own nests.

What is swamp grass?
It is a natural dried grass, also known as November grass, made up of soft, flexible fibres that birds weave into their nests.

How do I give it to my birds?
Peg or tie a bundle to the side of the cage or aviary wire so birds can pull strands as they build. Keep it off the cage floor so it stays clean.

Can I use it on its own?
Yes. Swamp grass is usually enough on its own for finches, and you can add other safe materials such as sterilised feathers or coconut fibre for variety.

How much is in the pack?
This is the small 10g pack, handy for a nest or two or for trying it with your birds.

Where can I buy swamp grass in Australia?
It is available online from BPG Supplies, with shipping across Australia and local pickup in Bonnyrigg, NSW.