Parakeet Quiz: What Do You Know?

Quiz Questions

What is the scientific name for parakeets?

• Psittacidae
• Loriculus galgulus
• Melopsittacus undulatus
• Cyanoramphus novaezelandiae

What is the lifespan of a parakeet in captivity?

• 6-8 years
• 3-5 years
• 1-2 years
• 7-15 years

What is the average weight of an adult parakeet?

• 31-40 grams
• 20-30 grams
• 30-40 grams
• 51-60 grams

What is the average wingspan of a parakeet?

• 31-40 cm
• 41-50 cm
• 20-30 cm
• 30-40 cm

What is the native habitat of parakeets?

• Tundra
• Grassland
• Rainforest
• Desert

What is the diet of parakeets in the wild?

• Seeds and grains
• Small mammals
• Fruits and vegetables
• Insects

What is the most common color of parakeets?

• Yellow
• Red
• Blue
• Green

What is the name of the most popular species of parakeet kept as a pet?

• Conure
• Budgerigar
• Cockatiel
• Lovebird

What is the most important factor in keeping parakeets healthy?

• A clean living environment
• All of the above
• Regular exercise
• A balanced diet

What is the name for a group of parakeets?

• Herd
• Flock/Company
• Pack/Murder
• Swarm

What is the average size of a budgerigar?

• 21-25 cm
• 26-30 inches
• 16-20 cm
• 5-11 inches

What is the average weight of a budgerigar?

• 31-40 grams
• 30-40 grams
• 20-30 grams
• 51-60 grams

What is the most common color of budgerigars?

• Blue/White
• Green/Blue
• Black/White
• Yellow/Red

What is the name of the mutation that results in a blue budgerigar?

• Lutino
• Cinnamon
• Recessive pied
• Albino

What is the name of the mutation that results in a yellow budgerigar?

• Lutino
• Albino
• Recessive pied
• Cinnamon