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How to Raise Pigeons
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  • 1. What is the ideal age to start raising pigeons?
A) 10 years
B) 4-6 weeks
C) 1 year
D) Newborn
  • 2. What type of housing is best for pigeons?
A) Dark and cramped
B) Humid and airy
C) Exposed to elements
D) Dry and draft-free
  • 3. What is a common pigeon feed?
A) Cat food
B) Dog food
C) Human food scraps
D) Mixed grains
  • 4. How often should pigeon coops be cleaned?
A) Regularly (weekly or bi-weekly)
B) Never
C) Monthly
D) Annually
  • 5. What is grit essential for in pigeons?
A) Navigation
B) Feather growth
C) Digestion
D) Flying ability
  • 6. What is a common pigeon disease?
A) The Flu
B) Measles
C) Chicken Pox
D) Canker
  • 7. How are pigeons typically paired for breeding?
A) Forced pairings
B) Artificial insemination
C) Naturally, they choose their mates
D) Cloning
  • 8. What is the average incubation period for pigeon eggs?
A) 60 days
B) 7 days
C) 30 days
D) 17-19 days
  • 9. What do baby pigeons eat?
A) Crop milk
B) Worms
C) Insects
D) Seeds
  • 10. What is 'loft flying'?
A) A type of pigeon disease
B) Keeping pigeons caged
C) Letting pigeons fly freely around the loft
D) Flying pigeons in competitions
  • 11. What is a common predator of pigeons?
A) Rabbits
B) Squirrels
C) Cows
D) Hawks
  • 12. What is the purpose of a pigeon bath?
A) Sleeping
B) Hygiene
C) Feeding
D) Navigation
  • 13. What does 'homing instinct' refer to?
A) The ability to return home
B) The desire to eat
C) The need to bathe
D) The ability to fly
  • 14. What is a 'squeaker'?
A) A young pigeon
B) An old pigeon
C) A sick pigeon
D) A specific breed of pigeon
  • 15. What is a pigeon ring used for?
A) Training
B) Identification
C) Decoration
D) Weight control
  • 16. What is important to consider when releasing pigeons for flight?
A) Their names
B) Their age
C) Weather conditions
D) Their color
  • 17. What is the average lifespan of a pigeon?
A) 5-15 years
B) 100 years
C) 50 years
D) 1 year
  • 18. What should you do if you find an injured pigeon?
A) Attempt surgery yourself
B) Contact a wildlife rehabilitator
C) Keep it as a pet
D) Ignore it
  • 19. What is a good source of calcium for pigeons?
A) Sand
B) Dirt
C) Oyster shell grit
D) Plastic
  • 20. What is the purpose of perches in a pigeon loft?
A) Resting
B) Digesting
C) Bathing
D) Eating
  • 21. Why is record keeping important in pigeon keeping?
A) Tracking lineage and performance
B) To annoy the pigeons
C) To show off to friends
D) Decoration
  • 22. What is a 'cock'?
A) A type of feed
B) A baby pigeon
C) A female pigeon
D) A male pigeon
  • 23. What is a 'hen'?
A) A baby pigeon
B) A type of medicine
C) A male pigeon
D) A female pigeon
  • 24. How often should pigeons have access to fresh water?
A) Once a week
B) Always
C) Only in summer
D) Never
  • 25. What is a 'tippler' pigeon known for?
A) Endurance flying
B) Homing ability
C) Fancy appearance
D) Racing
  • 26. What is a 'roller' pigeon known for?
A) Size
B) Color
C) Acrobatic flying
D) Speed
  • 27. What is the purpose of nest boxes in a pigeon loft?
A) For eating
B) For breeding
C) For bathing
D) For sleeping
  • 28. What is the role of a fancier in pigeon keeping?
A) Someone who studies pigeons in the wild
B) Someone who is afraid of pigeons
C) Someone who breeds and exhibits pigeons
D) Someone who releases wild pigeons
  • 29. How can you prevent overcrowding in a pigeon loft?
A) By maintaining a manageable number of birds
B) By letting them fly away
C) By feeding them less
D) By building a smaller loft
  • 30. What is the best time of year to breed pigeons?
A) Winter
B) Whenever they lay eggs
C) Spring or Fall
D) Summer
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