Identification
What is the common name for a bird with bright plumage resembling the sun?
What is Sun Conure
Do Sun Conures need a large or small cage?
What is Large
Are Sun Conures known to be quiet or noisy
What is noisy
Are Sun Conures in danger of disappearing from the wild? (Yes/No)
What is yes!
What is the most popular pet bird?
Parakeet
What is the scientific name for the Sun Conure?
What is Conurus Solstitialis
What type of material is best for a Sun Conure cage?
What is Stainless steal or powder-coated metal
What are some tricks that Sun Conures can be trained for?
What is waving, spinning, and/or dancing!
How do you know a sun conure is healthy?
-clear, bright eyes
-intact feathers
-clean feet
What is the smallest bird?
Bee hummingbird
Name one of the countries where Sun Conures are native to in South America
What is Brazil, Guyana and/or Suriname
What is the ideal bar spacing for a Sun Conure cage to prevent escapes or injuries?
What is 5/8" - 3/4"
What is important to provide Sun Conures to encourage mental and physical stimulation?
What is chew toys and/or puzzles
Do Sun Conures live for a short time or a long time?
What is long time (15-30 years)
The most common bird is?
Domesticated chicken
Sun Conures are commonly found in what type of environment? A: Polar climate B: Subtropical dry climate C: Temperate climate
What is B:Subtropical dry climate
What should make up about 75% of a Sun Conure diet?
What is high-quality pelleted bird food
How long can Sun Conures be alone for?
What is 5-6 hours (short amount of time)
What factors are causing sun conures to be endangered?
-trapping for pet trade
-habitat loss
What is unique about hummingbirds?
They can fly backwards and hover in place.
Are Sun Conures big or small birds?
What is Medium-size birds
Why is access to natural sunlight or full-spectrum lighting important for Sun Conures?
What is, helps with Vitamin D3 (synthesis, behavioral health, and visual acuity)
Do sun conures bond to one person?
Sun conures are more likely to bond with a family or household because of their trust and social abilities towards humans.
What are some common health problems sun conures face?
-feather picking,
-Proventricular Dilatation Disease (PDD)
-Psittacosis
Blue Jays collect ...
Paint chips to use as a source of calcium in the spring.