CAS Avian Husbandry & Care Flashcards
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What is wing clipping primarily used for in companion bird management?
Answer: To limit flight and prevent escape or injury in indoor environments
Wing clipping trims primary flight feathers to limit sustained flight, reducing the risk of escape, window collisions, and ceiling fan injuries indoors.
Which of the following foods is toxic to birds and must always be excluded from their diet?
Answer: Avocado
Avocado contains persin, a fungicidal toxin that causes respiratory distress, weakness, and death in birds and should never be fed.
What environmental factor is most commonly associated with chronic egg laying in female companion birds?
Answer: Extended daylight hours or photoperiod
Extended photoperiod (long daylight hours) is a primary hormonal trigger for chronic egg laying and can be managed by reducing daily light exposure.
Which of the following is the best indicator of a bird's overall health status during routine husbandry checks?
Answer: Body weight monitored with a gram scale
Daily weight monitoring with a gram scale is the most sensitive early indicator of illness, as birds often lose weight before showing clinical signs.
What is the primary reason bird owners should avoid using aerosol sprays near their birds?
Answer: Propellants and chemical compounds can cause respiratory damage or death
Birds' highly efficient respiratory systems make them extremely sensitive to airborne chemicals, and aerosol propellants and ingredients can cause rapid respiratory failure.
How should a bird's sleeping area be managed to support psychological health?
Answer: Provide 10–12 hours of darkness in a quiet area nightly
Birds require 10–12 hours of uninterrupted darkness for adequate rest, immune function, and hormonal balance.