Mealworms coated with Vionate placed on top of the game bird starter will get the birds to start picking at the food and eventually learn to eat the crumble. Firebacks make interesting aviary birds. Their flashy colors and unique personalities make them popular with aviculturists. As mentioned, the lines in America are becoming inbred and fewer are being produced each year making the demand, as well as price, very high. Being from a tropical climate, Firebacks will need protection in the winter.
Heat is required in northern climates where winters are most severe.
Aviaries should be large and well planted if possible. Firebacks like to perch high, so keep this in mind when constructing aviaries.