No worries! Sounds like you have had quite the interesting time with the poor finches. I have never tried to breed any of my animal-lack of time, space and funds account for a lot of that, though local pet shops and friends have shown an interest in what I have. Maybe one day, but definitely not now. I was willing to breed my geckos, but when I found out they were brother and sister, that nixed that idea quickly!! Too bad-the offspring would have been interesting to see...anyway, off topic a bit!

I will keep that in mind about the muddy foot and Gherkin. Luckily, he doesn't mind his feet touched...as long as I feed him really well beforehand!