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How to Care for Budgerigars
Contributed by: Sandhu
  • 1. What is the ideal cage size for a pair of budgerigars?
A) 18 inches long, 9 inches wide, and 12 inches high
B) At least 24 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 18 inches high
C) 12 inches long, 6 inches wide, and 12 inches high
D) 36 inches long, 24 inches wide, and 36 inches high
  • 2. What is the primary component of a budgie's diet?
A) Seed mix
B) Only insects
C) Only vegetables
D) Only fruits
  • 3. How often should a budgie's water be changed?
A) Only when dirty
B) Weekly
C) Daily
D) Monthly
  • 4. What is a common sign of illness in a budgie?
A) Playing actively
B) Singing loudly
C) Eating constantly
D) Fluffed feathers
  • 5. How often should a budgie's cage be cleaned?
A) Monthly
B) At least once a week
C) Never
D) Only when it smells bad
  • 6. What is a necessary addition to a budgie's cage for beak trimming?
A) Rubber toy
B) Cuttlebone
C) Soft wood
D) Bell
  • 7. How much sleep do budgies need per night?
A) 10-12 hours
B) 14-16 hours
C) 4-6 hours
D) 6-8 hours
  • 8. What temperature range is ideal for budgies?
A) Any temperature is fine
B) Below 50°F (10°C)
C) Above 90°F (32°C)
D) 65-75°F (18-24°C)
  • 9. What should you do if your budgie is bleeding?
A) Give it a bath
B) Ignore it
C) Give it water
D) Apply styptic powder
  • 10. Why is it important to provide budgies with toys?
A) To make the cage look nice
B) To prevent boredom and promote mental stimulation
C) They don't need toys
D) To teach them tricks
  • 11. What type of perch is best for a budgie's feet?
A) Sandpaper perch
B) Natural wood perch
C) Metal perch
D) Plastic perch
  • 12. What human food should never be given to budgies?
A) Apples
B) Carrots
C) Avocado
D) Broccoli
  • 13. How often should budgies be allowed outside their cage to fly?
A) Once a week
B) Whenever they want
C) Never
D) Daily, under supervision
  • 14. What is a common cause of feather plucking in budgies?
A) Boredom or stress
B) Too much water
C) Eating too many seeds
D) Not enough sunlight
  • 15. What is the purpose of grit in a budgie's diet?
A) To provide calcium
B) To clean their beaks
C) It is not necessary
D) To aid digestion
  • 16. What is the average lifespan of a budgerigar?
A) 10-15 years
B) 1-2 years
C) 20-30 years
D) 5-10 years
  • 17. What should you do if you suspect your budgie is sick?
A) Wait and see if it gets better
B) Give it over-the-counter medication
C) Isolate it and hope it recovers
D) Consult an avian veterinarian
  • 18. How often should you mist or bathe your budgie?
A) Once a month
B) Never
C) Daily
D) A few times a week
  • 19. What is a sign of a healthy budgie?
A) Bright, clear eyes
B) Dull, cloudy eyes
C) Disinterest in food
D) Sitting quietly in a corner
  • 20. Why should you avoid using Teflon-coated cookware near budgies?
A) It releases toxic fumes when overheated
B) It's too expensive
C) It makes the kitchen smell bad
D) It attracts birds
  • 21. What is a good source of vitamin A for budgies?
A) Dark leafy greens
B) Only seeds
C) Processed sugar
D) White bread
  • 22. What type of water should you give your budgie?
A) Salt water
B) Fresh, clean, filtered water
C) Soda
D) Tap water
  • 23. Which of these plants is toxic to budgies?
A) Cilantro
B) Lily
C) Parsley
D) Basil
  • 24. What is the purpose of having multiple perches at different heights?
A) To make the cage look fuller
B) To confuse the bird
C) To provide exercise and different resting spots
D) There is no purpose
  • 25. How can you tell if a budgie is stressed?
A) Eating a lot of food
B) Singing loudly
C) Playing with toys
D) Excessive preening
  • 26. What type of cage cleaner is safe for budgies?
A) Any household cleaner
B) Ammonia
C) Vinegar and water solution
D) Bleach
  • 27. How often should you replace the substrate/lining of the cage?
A) Weekly
B) Monthly
C) Daily to every other day
D) Only when it smells bad
  • 28. What is the purpose of a bird-safe night light?
A) Budgies don't need night lights
B) To keep them warm
C) To prevent night frights
D) To help them sleep better
  • 29. What enrichment activity is good for budgies?
A) Empty cage
B) Foraging toys
C) Complete isolation
D) Loud music
  • 30. What should you do before introducing a new budgie to an existing one?
A) Let them meet outside of the cages unsupervised
B) Ignore them both
C) Immediately put them in the same cage
D) Quarantine the new budgie
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