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All About Cockatiels Trivia Quiz

Cockatiels are lots of fun to watch and play with. This quiz covers a lot about them, but don't be shy--if you know a little bit about cockatiels this quiz shouldn't be too difficult! Give it a go and see how much you know about these wonderful birds!

A multiple-choice quiz by cardinal01. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
cardinal01

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
248,028

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Tough

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Question 1 of 10

1. You probably know that the cockatiel's native country is Australia. But do you know what their habitat is like? Do wild cockatiels live mainly in the grassy, sub-tropical regions of their home country?

Yes

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Question 2 of 10

2. In addition to the "normal gray" color found on wild cockatiels, there are many colors which have been formed over time by selective breeding. Which of these is NOT a color mutation found on domestic cockatiels? Hint

Cinnamon

Silver-eyed Gray

Lutino

White-faced

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Question 3 of 10

3. Although fruits and vegetables are good for occasional snacks, it's fine to feed a cockatiel seed mixes for most of his diet.

True

False

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Question 4 of 10

4. You may know which foods a cockatiel can eat, but do you know which of these foods may be toxic to a cockatiel? Hint

Avocado

Millet seeds

Unsugared cereal

Bananas

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Question 5 of 10

5. Cuttlebone is a white, chalky substance, which cockatiels can chew on to keep their beaks healthy.

True

False

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Question 6 of 10

6. This one's a bit of a toughie: Some types of cockatiel, as well as having distinctive coloring, also have other physical characteristics unique to their particular coloration. One of these is the bald spot, found on the back of the bird's head under and behind its crest. This feature occurs most often on the birds of which coloration? Hint

Pied

Pearl

Gray

Lutino

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Question 7 of 10

7. Where is the best place in a typical house to put a cockatiel's cage? Hint

Family room

Garage

Bedroom

Hallway

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Question 8 of 10

8. As long as your cockatiel seems healthy, you don't ever need to take him to the vet. As long as you're paying attention, if he does get sick it'll be easy to notice and you can get him there in plenty of time.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. If your cockatiel somehow escapes to the outdoors, what can you do to get him back inside safely? Hint

Put an open, empty cage, with food and water, outside

All of these

Put a closed cage, with another cockatiel in it, outside

Dampen the escaped cockatiel with water

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Question 10 of 10

10. Cockatiels tend to be uncomfortable with changes in their environment, so periodically rearranging toys and perches in their cage, and furniture or items in the room where they live, is not a good idea.

True

False

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: Yes

Because of the highly fluctuating temperatures, cockatiels are quite hardy and can live in outdoor aviaries in much of North America and Europe.

Answer: Silver-eyed Gray

The white-faced cockatiel is, as its name suggests, gray with a white face. The lutino is all yellow, except for the orange ear patches present on the wild-type, or gray, cockatiel. The cinnamon is a pale brownish color. Other colors include the pearl, blue, and red-eyed silver.

3. Although fruits and vegetables are good for occasional snacks, it's fine to feed a cockatiel seed mixes for most of his diet.

Answer: False

That's not true! Although seed mixes are essential as well, fruits and vegetables are good for MORE than the occasional snack; a cockatiel needs plenty of these foods for a healthy diet. Some birds prefer different foods than others; my cockatiels especially enjoy lettuce, broccoli, and apple slices. If you have a cockatiel, give him small samples of foods like apple or banana slices, broccoli, or carrots to find out what he likes best.

4. You may know which foods a cockatiel can eat, but do you know which of these foods may be toxic to a cockatiel?

Answer: Avocado

Research has shown that avocados can cause a bad reaction in birds, so are best avoided. Unsugared cereal and and millet seeds are fine, and cockatiels love them, but they should probably be considered something of a treat as they can be quite fattening. Bananas, apples and several other fruits are fine, but do take care when introducing something new.

5. Cuttlebone is a white, chalky substance, which cockatiels can chew on to keep their beaks healthy.

Answer: True

Cuttlebone also contains nutrients, and chewing on it helps keep cockatiels from getting bored.

Answer: Lutino

This is considered by some experts to be a fault, although it doesn't do the bird any harm.

7. Where is the best place in a typical house to put a cockatiel's cage?

Answer: Family room

Cockatiels love being the center of attention, and they get lonely and bored if they're left on their own. In addition, hallways can be drafty, and a garage usually has a highly fluctuating temperature, which is unpleasant for cockatiels and can make them sick.

Answer: False

Actually, cockatiels are very adept at hiding illnesses until it's too late to treat them. To be safe, if you see anything that may possibly be an indication of an illness, you should take your cockatiel to the vet immediately. Even if you don't notice any sign of sickness, it's good to get your bird to a vet for a "checkup" at least once every six months.

9. If your cockatiel somehow escapes to the outdoors, what can you do to get him back inside safely?

Answer: All of these

All of these will work. Sprinkling the escapee with water wets down his feathers so he can't fly. A cage with food and water, or one with another cockatiel, can help lure a bird back towards home. It's better, though, to simply make sure all potential escape routes are closed off before you bring a cockatiel out of his cage!

Answer: False

While many cockatiels may seem a bit nervous right after you reconfigure their "furniture", they will soon get used to the change and do just fine. It's a good idea to rearrange their toys and perches every once in a while, so they don't get bored. However, don't change things around constantly, as this will make them nervous and stressed.

I hope you enjoyed taking my quiz, and I hope you learned something as well. Please, don't forget to rate it before you leave!

Source: Author cardinal01

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