How to Identify and Classify Cockatiels - Exam
  • 1. What is the scientific name for a Cockatiel?
A) Melopsittacus undulatus
B) Agapornis roseicollis
C) Ara macao
D) Nymphicus hollandicus
  • 2. What is the most common color mutation of a Cockatiel?
A) Cinnamon
B) Grey
C) Lutino
D) Pied
  • 3. What distinctive feature do Cockatiels possess on their heads?
A) Bare skin patch
B) A crest
C) A wattle
D) Feathered ear tufts
  • 4. Which of these traits is most commonly associated with male Cockatiels?
A) Larger body size
B) Duller cheek patches
C) Brighter cheek patches
D) More subdued vocalizations
  • 5. What does 'Lutino' refer to in Cockatiels?
A) Blue and green coloration
B) Yellow and white coloration
C) Grey and black coloration
D) Orange and brown coloration
  • 6. What visual characteristic defines a 'Pied' Cockatiel?
A) Solid, uniform color
B) Consistent barring pattern
C) Dark tipping on feathers
D) Patches of different colors
  • 7. How can you distinguish a female pearl Cockatiel from a male pearl Cockatiel after the first molt?
A) Males retain pearl markings
B) Females develop brighter cheek patches
C) Both genders lose pearl markings
D) Females retain pearl markings
  • 8. What is 'Cinnamon' in Cockatiels?
A) A vibrant red color
B) A dilute grey color
C) A pure white color
D) A metallic blue color
  • 9. What is a 'Whiteface' Cockatiel lacking?
A) Yellow and orange pigment
B) Red pigment
C) Black pigment
D) Blue pigment
  • 10. What is a 'Fallow' Cockatiel?
A) A mutation with reddish-brown eyes
B) A mutation with yellow eyes
C) A mutation with completely white eyes
D) A mutation with intensely black eyes
  • 11. What continent is the Cockatiel native to?
A) South America
B) Asia
C) Africa
D) Australia
  • 12. What type of environment do Cockatiels typically inhabit in the wild?
A) High mountain ranges
B) Dense rainforests
C) Arctic tundra
D) Open woodlands and scrublands
  • 13. What is the primary food source for Cockatiels in their natural habitat?
A) Fruits
B) Seeds
C) Small mammals
D) Insects
  • 14. Which of these behaviors is commonly observed in Cockatiels?
A) Building intricate nests in trees
B) Hibernation
C) Dust bathing
D) Migration to colder climates
  • 15. What is the average lifespan of a Cockatiel in captivity?
A) 5-10 years
B) 2-5 years
C) 15-25 years
D) 30-40 years
  • 16. What is a common sign of illness in a Cockatiel?
A) Increased appetite
B) Playfulness
C) Fluffed up feathers
D) Excessive preening
  • 17. How can you tell if a Cockatiel is happy and content?
A) Feather plucking
B) Whistling and singing
C) Biting and hissing
D) Hiding in a corner
  • 18. What does 'split' mean in Cockatiel genetics?
A) Displays a dominant trait
B) Carries a hidden gene
C) Displays a recessive trait
D) Is infertile
  • 19. Which of the following is NOT a mutation affecting color in Cockatiels?
A) Pied
B) Albino
C) Lutino
D) Cinnamon
  • 20. What is the typical clutch size for a Cockatiel hen?
A) 12-15 eggs
B) 8-10 eggs
C) 4-7 eggs
D) 1-2 eggs
  • 21. What color are the feet and legs of a wild type grey Cockatiel?
A) Yellow
B) Dark grey
C) Pink
D) White
  • 22. What does 'split to pearl' mean?
A) Will never produce pearl offspring
B) Carries the pearl gene recessively
C) Displays pearl markings
D) Is homozygous for pearl
  • 23. What is the purpose of the cheek patch in Cockatiels?
A) Display and mate attraction
B) Camouflage
C) Thermoregulation
D) Navigation
  • 24. What age do Cockatiels typically reach sexual maturity?
A) 2-3 months
B) 3-5 years
C) 6-12 months
D) 18-24 months
  • 25. Which mutation is sex-linked in Cockatiels?
A) Pied
B) Cinnamon
C) Pearl
D) Whiteface
  • 26. Which type of mutation lightens the body color but does not affect the eyes?
A) Pastelface
B) Fallow
C) Albino
D) Lutino
  • 27. What is the incubation period for Cockatiel eggs?
A) 28-32 days
B) 10-14 days
C) 35-40 days
D) 18-21 days
  • 28. Which of the following is a common illness affecting Cockatiels?
A) Mad Cow Disease
B) Feline Leukemia
C) Canine Distemper
D) Psittacosis
  • 29. How can you encourage a Cockatiel to bond with you?
A) Isolate it from other birds
B) Give it a lot of sugar treats
C) Spend time talking and playing with it
D) Force it to sit on your shoulder
  • 30. What is the primary function of the Cockatiel's crest?
A) Communication and expression
B) Hearing enhancement
C) Sun protection
D) Flight stability
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