How to Raise Mynas
  • 1. What is the primary food source for baby mynas in the wild?
A) Insects
B) Nectar
C) Fruit
D) Seeds
  • 2. What type of enclosure is generally recommended for a pet myna?
A) Large cage or aviary
B) Small birdcage
C) Fish tank
D) Cardboard box
  • 3. Mynas are known for their ability to do what?
A) Glow in the dark
B) Mimic sounds
C) Breathe underwater
D) Spin webs
  • 4. What is a common sign of stress in a myna?
A) Increased playfulness
B) Eating excessively
C) Singing loudly
D) Feather plucking
  • 5. What vitamin is important to supplement in a myna's diet?
A) Vitamin B12
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin K
  • 6. How often should a myna's cage be cleaned?
A) Daily
B) Weekly
C) Yearly
D) Monthly
  • 7. What is a common health problem in mynas related to iron intake?
A) Vitamin D toxicity
B) Zinc poisoning
C) Calcium deficiency
D) Iron storage disease
  • 8. What type of enrichment is important for mynas?
A) Mirrors
B) Comfy beds
C) Foraging toys
D) Silent movies
  • 9. What is the typical lifespan of a myna in captivity?
A) 5-10 years
B) 15-25 years
C) 2-5 years
D) 30-40 years
  • 10. What should you avoid feeding mynas?
A) Chocolate
B) Fruit
C) Cooked rice
D) Mealworms
  • 11. What is the ideal humidity level for a myna?
A) 20-30%
B) 50-60%
C) 90-100%
D) 70-80%
  • 12. What is a good way to bond with your myna?
A) Hand feeding
B) Ignoring it
C) Spraying it with water
D) Only talking to it in whispers
  • 13. What is an important consideration when introducing a new myna to an existing bird?
A) Forcing them to preen each other
B) Sharing the same food bowl
C) Immediate cohabitation
D) Quarantine period
  • 14. What is the best way to transport a myna?
A) In a handbag
B) Secure carrier
C) Open shoulder
D) On the dashboard of a car
  • 15. What are some signs that your myna might be sick?
A) Bright, alert eyes
B) Healthy appetite
C) Lethargy and ruffled feathers
D) Increased singing and activity
  • 16. Which of these fruits is generally safe and healthy for mynas?
A) Avocado
B) Rhubarb
C) Papaya
D) Cherries (pits removed)
  • 17. What kind of environment do mynas prefer?
A) Noisy
B) Solitary
C) Social
D) Dark
  • 18. Why should you avoid Teflon coated cookware around mynas?
A) Scratches their cage
B) Attracts insects
C) Makes loud noises
D) Toxic fumes
  • 19. What type of water dish is best for a myna?
A) Water fountain
B) Deep bucket
C) Shallow bowl
D) Empty soda can
  • 20. Where do mynas typically build their nests in the wild?
A) In spiderwebs
B) Open ground
C) Tree cavities
D) Under rocks
  • 21. What is the scientific name of the Common Myna?
A) Passer domesticus
B) Columba livia
C) Acridotheres tristis
D) Melopsittacus undulatus
  • 22. What is an important part of training a myna bird?
A) Positive reinforcement
B) Ignoring bad behavior
C) Punishment
D) Yelling
  • 23. Mynas are native to which continent?
A) Asia
B) Africa
C) Europe
D) South America
  • 24. How often should you bathe your myna?
A) Only when dirty
B) Once a year
C) Regularly
D) Never
  • 25. What should you do if your myna escapes its cage?
A) Close doors and windows
B) Open all doors
C) Ignore it
D) Chase it aggressively
  • 26. What is a good temperature range for mynas?
A) 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit
B) 10-20 degrees Fahrenheit
C) 30-40 degrees Fahrenheit
D) 90-100 degrees Fahrenheit
  • 27. What can excessive salt intake cause in mynas?
A) Improved mimicry
B) Feather loss
C) Kidney damage
D) Weight gain
  • 28. What activity should you provide for exercise?
A) Sleeping
B) Flying
C) Crawling
D) Swimming
  • 29. What is a typical clutch size for mynas?
A) 10-12 eggs
B) 1-2 eggs
C) 20-25 eggs
D) 4-6 eggs
  • 30. Mynas have a strong social structure and do what?
A) Fight other birds
B) Live in flocks
C) Become solitary
D) Live alone
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