How to Raise Pigeons
  • 1. What is the ideal age to start raising pigeons?
A) Newborn
B) 4-6 weeks
C) 1 year
D) 10 years
  • 2. What type of housing is best for pigeons?
A) Dark and cramped
B) Dry and draft-free
C) Exposed to elements
D) Humid and airy
  • 3. What is a common pigeon feed?
A) Dog food
B) Human food scraps
C) Cat food
D) Mixed grains
  • 4. How often should pigeon coops be cleaned?
A) Regularly (weekly or bi-weekly)
B) Never
C) Monthly
D) Annually
  • 5. What is grit essential for in pigeons?
A) Flying ability
B) Navigation
C) Feather growth
D) Digestion
  • 6. What is a common pigeon disease?
A) Chicken Pox
B) Canker
C) Measles
D) The Flu
  • 7. How are pigeons typically paired for breeding?
A) Naturally, they choose their mates
B) Cloning
C) Forced pairings
D) Artificial insemination
  • 8. What is the average incubation period for pigeon eggs?
A) 60 days
B) 30 days
C) 7 days
D) 17-19 days
  • 9. What do baby pigeons eat?
A) Seeds
B) Insects
C) Crop milk
D) Worms
  • 10. What is 'loft flying'?
A) Flying pigeons in competitions
B) Letting pigeons fly freely around the loft
C) Keeping pigeons caged
D) A type of pigeon disease
  • 11. What is a common predator of pigeons?
A) Squirrels
B) Cows
C) Rabbits
D) Hawks
  • 12. What is the purpose of a pigeon bath?
A) Hygiene
B) Navigation
C) Sleeping
D) Feeding
  • 13. What does 'homing instinct' refer to?
A) The desire to eat
B) The ability to return home
C) The ability to fly
D) The need to bathe
  • 14. What is a 'squeaker'?
A) A specific breed of pigeon
B) A young pigeon
C) An old pigeon
D) A sick pigeon
  • 15. What is a pigeon ring used for?
A) Training
B) Identification
C) Decoration
D) Weight control
  • 16. What is important to consider when releasing pigeons for flight?
A) Their age
B) Weather conditions
C) Their color
D) Their names
  • 17. What is the average lifespan of a pigeon?
A) 5-15 years
B) 1 year
C) 50 years
D) 100 years
  • 18. What should you do if you find an injured pigeon?
A) Attempt surgery yourself
B) Keep it as a pet
C) Contact a wildlife rehabilitator
D) Ignore it
  • 19. What is a good source of calcium for pigeons?
A) Plastic
B) Sand
C) Dirt
D) Oyster shell grit
  • 20. What is the purpose of perches in a pigeon loft?
A) Resting
B) Digesting
C) Eating
D) Bathing
  • 21. Why is record keeping important in pigeon keeping?
A) To annoy the pigeons
B) Tracking lineage and performance
C) Decoration
D) To show off to friends
  • 22. What is a 'cock'?
A) A baby pigeon
B) A female pigeon
C) A male pigeon
D) A type of feed
  • 23. What is a 'hen'?
A) A male pigeon
B) A type of medicine
C) A female pigeon
D) A baby pigeon
  • 24. How often should pigeons have access to fresh water?
A) Never
B) Once a week
C) Always
D) Only in summer
  • 25. What is a 'tippler' pigeon known for?
A) Fancy appearance
B) Endurance flying
C) Homing ability
D) Racing
  • 26. What is a 'roller' pigeon known for?
A) Speed
B) Color
C) Size
D) Acrobatic flying
  • 27. What is the purpose of nest boxes in a pigeon loft?
A) For eating
B) For bathing
C) For breeding
D) For sleeping
  • 28. What is the role of a fancier in pigeon keeping?
A) Someone who studies pigeons in the wild
B) Someone who breeds and exhibits pigeons
C) Someone who releases wild pigeons
D) Someone who is afraid of pigeons
  • 29. How can you prevent overcrowding in a pigeon loft?
A) By feeding them less
B) By maintaining a manageable number of birds
C) By building a smaller loft
D) By letting them fly away
  • 30. What is the best time of year to breed pigeons?
A) Summer
B) Winter
C) Spring or Fall
D) Whenever they lay eggs
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