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