How to Care for Quails - Exam
  • 1. What is the minimum recommended floor space per quail in a coop?
A) 1 square foot
B) 3 square feet
C) 0.5 square feet
D) 2 square feet
  • 2. What is a common bedding material for quail coops?
A) Sand
B) Concrete
C) Pine shavings
D) Gravel
  • 3. At what age do quails typically start laying eggs?
A) 6-8 weeks
B) 12-14 weeks
C) 20-22 weeks
D) 2-4 weeks
  • 4. What is the ideal protein percentage for quail starter feed?
A) 32%
B) 28%
C) 16%
D) 20%
  • 5. What is a common health problem in quail?
A) Coccidiosis
B) Chickenpox
C) Measles
D) Common cold
  • 6. How often should quail coops be cleaned?
A) Bi-annually
B) Weekly
C) Monthly
D) Annually
  • 7. What type of waterer is best for quail chicks?
A) Hose
B) Automatic waterer (large)
C) Shallow dish with pebbles
D) Deep bucket
  • 8. What is the ideal temperature for quail chicks in the first week?
A) 80 degrees Fahrenheit
B) 70 degrees Fahrenheit
C) 95 degrees Fahrenheit
D) 105 degrees Fahrenheit
  • 9. What is the best way to prevent cannibalism in quail?
A) Keep them in complete darkness
B) Provide adequate space and enrichment
C) Overcrowd them
D) Remove all food
  • 10. What is a common treat for quail?
A) Candy
B) Mealworms
C) Chocolate
D) Soda
  • 11. What is the average lifespan of a quail in captivity?
A) 20+ years
B) 10-12 years
C) 6 months
D) 2-3 years
  • 12. What is important to consider when choosing a location for your quail coop?
A) Proximity to a noisy area
B) Protection from predators
C) Exposure to direct sunlight all day
D) A damp, shaded area
  • 13. What is the purpose of providing grit to quails?
A) Helps with feather growth
B) Keeps them entertained
C) Provides extra calcium
D) Aids in digestion
  • 14. What is the recommended height for a quail pen?
A) Less than 4 inches
B) At least 8 inches
C) Over 4 feet
D) Exactly 6 inches
  • 15. Which of the following is NOT a good source of protein for quail?
A) Lettuce
B) Sunflower Seeds
C) Insects
D) Gamebird feed
  • 16. What is a sign that your quail might be stressed?
A) Increased egg production
B) Eating more food
C) Feather picking
D) Singing loudly
  • 17. What type of environment do quails prefer?
A) Loud and busy
B) Quiet and calm
C) Cold and wet
D) Constantly changing
  • 18. How often should you check your quail for signs of illness or injury?
A) Monthly
B) Weekly
C) Only when they seem sick
D) Daily
  • 19. What is a good way to protect your quail from extreme weather?
A) Give them ice cubes
B) Leave them outside in all conditions
C) Spray them with water
D) Provide a sheltered area
  • 20. Why should you quarantine new quail before introducing them to your existing flock?
A) To give them a different type of feed
B) To let them adjust to the new environment
C) To see if they get along with the other quail
D) To prevent the spread of disease
  • 21. What is the ideal humidity level for incubating quail eggs?
A) 80-90%
B) 55-65%
C) 0%
D) 20-30%
  • 22. What is the proper incubation temperature for quail eggs?
A) 99.5-100 degrees Fahrenheit
B) 105 degrees Fahrenheit
C) 70 degrees Fahrenheit
D) 85 degrees Fahrenheit
  • 23. How often should quail eggs be turned during incubation?
A) 3-5 times per day
B) Once per day
C) Never
D) Every hour
  • 24. What does candling quail eggs help you determine?
A) Yolk color
B) Egg size
C) Fertility
D) Shell thickness
  • 25. When should you stop turning quail eggs before they hatch?
A) 1 week before hatching
B) Never stop turning
C) 3 days before hatching
D) The day they start pipping
  • 26. What is 'pipping' in the context of hatching quail eggs?
A) The egg starting to sweat
B) The egg rolling around in the incubator
C) The egg changing color
D) The chick breaking through the shell
  • 27. Why should you avoid helping a quail chick hatch?
A) It can cause injury or death
B) It will make the chick weaker
C) It's unnecessary
D) It's bad luck
  • 28. What is the first thing quail chicks need after hatching?
A) A bath
B) Access to food and water
C) To be put back in the incubator
D) A lot of attention
  • 29. What type of bedding is best for newly hatched quail chicks?
A) Pine shavings
B) Sand
C) Cedar chips
D) Paper towels
  • 30. What is the purpose of adding electrolytes to quail chicks' water?
A) To prevent diseases
B) To prevent dehydration
C) To make them grow faster
D) To improve feather quality
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