CAS Avian Husbandry & Care Flashcards
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Which common household item poses a significant inhalation toxicity risk to birds due to PTFE off-gassing?
Answer: Non-stick (Teflon-coated) cookware
Non-stick cookware coated with PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) releases toxic fumes when overheated, which can rapidly kill birds due to their sensitive respiratory systems.
What bathing frequency is generally recommended for most companion parrots?
Answer: Several times per week
Bathing several times per week helps maintain feather condition, supports preening behavior, and promotes skin health in most companion parrots.
When trimming a bird's nails, what is the critical anatomical structure to avoid cutting?
Answer: The quick (blood vessel)
The quick is the blood vessel inside the nail; cutting into it causes bleeding and pain, and can lead to infection if not properly managed.
Which of the following signs most strongly indicates that a bird's environmental temperature is too cold?
Answer: Fluffed feathers and shivering
Fluffed feathers trap air for insulation and shivering generates body heat, both being physiological responses to cold stress in birds.
What is the recommended humidity range for most tropical psittacine species kept in captivity in the US?
Answer: 50–70%
A humidity range of 50–70% mimics the tropical environments of most psittacines and helps prevent dry skin and respiratory issues.
Which substrate is generally considered safest for the bottom of a bird cage?
Answer: Plain newspaper or paper towels
Plain newspaper or paper towels are safe, easy to clean, and allow monitoring of droppings; aromatic wood shavings can cause respiratory issues.