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