How to Care for Budgerigars
  • 1. What is the ideal cage size for a pair of budgerigars?
A) 18 inches long, 9 inches wide, and 12 inches high
B) At least 24 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 18 inches high
C) 36 inches long, 24 inches wide, and 36 inches high
D) 12 inches long, 6 inches wide, and 12 inches high
  • 2. What is the primary component of a budgie's diet?
A) Only vegetables
B) Seed mix
C) Only fruits
D) Only insects
  • 3. How often should a budgie's water be changed?
A) Only when dirty
B) Weekly
C) Daily
D) Monthly
  • 4. What is a common sign of illness in a budgie?
A) Singing loudly
B) Playing actively
C) Eating constantly
D) Fluffed feathers
  • 5. How often should a budgie's cage be cleaned?
A) Never
B) Monthly
C) Only when it smells bad
D) At least once a week
  • 6. What is a necessary addition to a budgie's cage for beak trimming?
A) Bell
B) Soft wood
C) Cuttlebone
D) Rubber toy
  • 7. How much sleep do budgies need per night?
A) 6-8 hours
B) 4-6 hours
C) 14-16 hours
D) 10-12 hours
  • 8. What temperature range is ideal for budgies?
A) Any temperature is fine
B) Above 90°F (32°C)
C) Below 50°F (10°C)
D) 65-75°F (18-24°C)
  • 9. What should you do if your budgie is bleeding?
A) Give it a bath
B) Give it water
C) Apply styptic powder
D) Ignore it
  • 10. Why is it important to provide budgies with toys?
A) They don't need toys
B) To teach them tricks
C) To make the cage look nice
D) To prevent boredom and promote mental stimulation
  • 11. What type of perch is best for a budgie's feet?
A) Plastic perch
B) Metal perch
C) Natural wood perch
D) Sandpaper perch
  • 12. What human food should never be given to budgies?
A) Broccoli
B) Apples
C) Carrots
D) Avocado
  • 13. How often should budgies be allowed outside their cage to fly?
A) Never
B) Whenever they want
C) Daily, under supervision
D) Once a week
  • 14. What is a common cause of feather plucking in budgies?
A) Boredom or stress
B) Eating too many seeds
C) Not enough sunlight
D) Too much water
  • 15. What is the purpose of grit in a budgie's diet?
A) To clean their beaks
B) To aid digestion
C) It is not necessary
D) To provide calcium
  • 16. What is the average lifespan of a budgerigar?
A) 5-10 years
B) 10-15 years
C) 1-2 years
D) 20-30 years
  • 17. What should you do if you suspect your budgie is sick?
A) Give it over-the-counter medication
B) Consult an avian veterinarian
C) Wait and see if it gets better
D) Isolate it and hope it recovers
  • 18. How often should you mist or bathe your budgie?
A) A few times a week
B) Never
C) Once a month
D) Daily
  • 19. What is a sign of a healthy budgie?
A) Disinterest in food
B) Sitting quietly in a corner
C) Bright, clear eyes
D) Dull, cloudy eyes
  • 20. Why should you avoid using Teflon-coated cookware near budgies?
A) It releases toxic fumes when overheated
B) It attracts birds
C) It makes the kitchen smell bad
D) It's too expensive
  • 21. What is a good source of vitamin A for budgies?
A) White bread
B) Dark leafy greens
C) Processed sugar
D) Only seeds
  • 22. What type of water should you give your budgie?
A) Salt water
B) Soda
C) Tap water
D) Fresh, clean, filtered water
  • 23. Which of these plants is toxic to budgies?
A) Lily
B) Basil
C) Cilantro
D) Parsley
  • 24. What is the purpose of having multiple perches at different heights?
A) To confuse the bird
B) To provide exercise and different resting spots
C) There is no purpose
D) To make the cage look fuller
  • 25. How can you tell if a budgie is stressed?
A) Playing with toys
B) Singing loudly
C) Eating a lot of food
D) Excessive preening
  • 26. What type of cage cleaner is safe for budgies?
A) Any household cleaner
B) Ammonia
C) Bleach
D) Vinegar and water solution
  • 27. How often should you replace the substrate/lining of the cage?
A) Only when it smells bad
B) Weekly
C) Monthly
D) Daily to every other day
  • 28. What is the purpose of a bird-safe night light?
A) To prevent night frights
B) To help them sleep better
C) To keep them warm
D) Budgies don't need night lights
  • 29. What enrichment activity is good for budgies?
A) Foraging toys
B) Complete isolation
C) Loud music
D) Empty cage
  • 30. What should you do before introducing a new budgie to an existing one?
A) Let them meet outside of the cages unsupervised
B) Ignore them both
C) Quarantine the new budgie
D) Immediately put them in the same cage
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