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