Songbird (SGB)
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About SGB
Songbird (SGB) is the native token of Flare's Songbird Canary-Network, a live proof-of-stake blockchain designed to test upgrades, governance mechanisms, and interoperability tools before they go live on Flare Mainnet. As a mirror of Flare’s core infrastructure, Songbird shares the same Snowman++ consensus, sub-2 second block times, EVM compatibility, and on-chain data protocols like FTSO and FDC. It serves as the experimental ground for novel features like FAssets (synthetic representations of assets like XRP and BTC) and advanced governance structures. Developers can deploy real-value applications, validate integrations with Flare’s data tools, and participate in protocol governance via wrapped SGB (WSGB), while users can access early DeFi tools and help secure the network through staking.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Songbird
What is Songbird and how is it related to Flare?
Songbird is Flare’s canary network: a live blockchain that replicates Flare’s architecture but is used specifically to trial upgrades, new protocols, and applications under real economic conditions before Mainnet deployment.
What is the purpose of a 'canary network' like Songbird?
A canary network is a full-featured blockchain used for testing in a live environment with real token value. It allows developers and governance participants to experiment safely before pushing changes to a production chain like Flare Mainnet.
Which technologies and protocols power Songbird?
Songbird inherits key Flare components including EVM compatibility, FlareStake (PoS staking), FTSO (Time Series Oracle), FDC (Data Connector), and FAssets, a system for minting synthetic versions of non-smart contract assets like XRP and BTC.
What are FAssets and why are they important?
FAssets are overcollateralized synthetic tokens representing assets like XRP and BTC. They’re minted and tested on Songbird before launch on Flare, helping integrate real-world assets into DeFi while evaluating system stability and user experience.
Is there a limit to how much of each FAsset can be issued?
Yes. Each FAsset (e.g., fXRP, fBTC) has an issuance cap and underwriting support provided by the Flare Foundation. Only whitelisted agents meeting specific collateral requirements can mint and redeem these assets during test cycles.
What consensus algorithm does Songbird use?
Songbird uses Snowman++, a leaderless, BFT-style consensus protocol that offers rapid finality and high throughput, ideal for smart contracts and governance workflows.
How does governance work on Songbird?
Governance on Songbird operates through proposals using wrapped SGB (WSGB). There are two types: STPs (Songbird Test Proposals) which use a rejection model, and SIPs (Songbird Improvement Proposals), which follow a simple majority acceptance model.
What is WSGB and how is it used?
WSGB is the wrapped version of SGB used for staking and governance. Users can convert SGB to WSGB via the Flare Portal and use it to vote on protocol proposals or participate in governance testing.
Where can I trade or acquire SGB tokens?
SGB is available on centralized exchanges such as Gate, Kraken, and MEXC, as well as on smaller platforms. Token availability may vary depending on region and exchange.
Which wallets support Songbird?
Popular options include MetaMask (via custom RPC), Bifrost Wallet, SafePal, and Ellipal. Songbird is also integrated with WalletConnect and hardware wallets like Ledger through EVM-compatible interfaces.
How can developers build on Songbird?
Developers can use Solidity and standard Ethereum tooling on Songbird. The Flare Developer Hub provides SDKs and documentation for integrating with FTSO, FDC, and deploying or operating FAssets agents.
What are the benefits of developing or testing on Songbird?
Songbird offers a unique environment for building on real infrastructure with economic incentives but without Mainnet risk. Developers gain early access to protocol features and tools while contributing to the validation of Flare ecosystem upgrades.
How does Songbird help secure the Flare ecosystem?
By hosting trial deployments and governance proposals in advance, Songbird reduces the likelihood of bugs or governance failures on Flare Mainnet. Its live testing with real value helps harden the ecosystem against risks.