Some canaries are bred for conformation to a standard of appearance. Others are bred for color. And some, like the American Singer are bred primarily for their song.
The American Singer originated in the 1930s when a group of women from Massachusetts crossed Roller Canaries and Border Canaries, both of European origin, to create a distinctly American hybrid of extraordinary musical ability. The result is a canary that sings with tremendous frequency and variety, so much so that hobbyists regularly hold song competitions with their birds in the fall.
The hobby has grown greatly since the 1930s and today there is the American Singer Club at the national level and associated chapters in many states and Canada. The parent club and local chapters create solid foundations of support for new and long-time American Singer breeders.
If you would like to learn more about the little bird that has captivated our interest please email us at MASCOT. You'll find that American Singer hobbyists are friendly and very willing to share their interest with you.
