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Test Your Cockatiel Intelligence: Quiz! - Quiz

Do you think you know cockatiels, the lovable pet birds? Take this quiz to see how much you really know. . . No cheating! Don't look up the answers online if you want to find your true cockatiel intelligence.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    True or False. Cockatiels can see in the dark.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    Sadly, Cockatiels see pitch black in the dark. So that's why people who own them have to put a night light in the rooms that cockatiels occupy so they don't get too freaked out by any sudden noise.

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  • 2. 

    Are cockatiels social birds?

    • A.

      Generally, yes

    • B.

      Not really

    • C.

      Only females

    • D.

      Only males

    Correct Answer
    A. Generally, yes
    Explanation
    Generally, all cockatiels are quite social and fun, but males tend to be more social.

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  • 3. 

    _____ cockatiels are usually more talkative.

    Correct Answer
    Male
    Explanation
    Males are usually most talkative.

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  • 4. 

    Is it true that cockatiels can mimic words or sounds they hear repeatedly? 

    • A.

      Yes, but usually females

    • B.

      Yes, but usually males

    • C.

      No, what are you talking about?! That's what parrots are for.

    • D.

      They all can

    Correct Answer
    B. Yes, but usually males
    Explanation
    It's mostly male cockatiels that like to mimic things they hear in their environment, like doorbells or alarm clocks or even song tunes. There are very few females that do.

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  • 5. 

    True or False. Cockatiels can be handled by humans. (Meaning that it's okay to pick them up with your hands).

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    It's certainly okay to handle your cockatiel!

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  • 6. 

    Cockatiels are native to the continent of _______ .

    Correct Answer
    Australia, australia
    Explanation
    Cockatiels are small parrots that are native to Australia. They are popular pets due to their friendly nature, playful personalities, and ability to mimic sounds and speech. In the wild, cockatiels are found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

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  • 7. 

    Should you give your cockatiel cooked or raw rice, if any as a treat?

    • A.

      Cooked rice

    • B.

      Raw rice

    • C.

      You shouldn't give your cockatiel rice

    Correct Answer
    A. Cooked rice
    Explanation
    You need to cook rice before giving it to your cockatiel. However if your talking about FRUITS, they should always be raw.

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  • 8. 

    What's the average life span of a cockatiel?

    • A.

      5-10 years

    • B.

      10-20 years

    • C.

      Up to 30 years

    • D.

      40-50 years

    • E.

      Over 50 years

    Correct Answer
    C. Up to 30 years
    Explanation
    Cockatiels (if taken care of very well) can live from 10 to 30 years!!

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  • 9. 

    How big can cockatiels get?

    • A.

      12 inches

    • B.

      5 inches

    • C.

      10 inches

    • D.

      15 inches

    Correct Answer
    A. 12 inches
    Explanation
    A fully grown bird can be around 12.5 inches!

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