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