How to Raise Mynas
  • 1. What is the primary food source for baby mynas in the wild?
A) Nectar
B) Fruit
C) Seeds
D) Insects
  • 2. What type of enclosure is generally recommended for a pet myna?
A) Fish tank
B) Large cage or aviary
C) Small birdcage
D) Cardboard box
  • 3. Mynas are known for their ability to do what?
A) Mimic sounds
B) Spin webs
C) Glow in the dark
D) Breathe underwater
  • 4. What is a common sign of stress in a myna?
A) Increased playfulness
B) Eating excessively
C) Singing loudly
D) Feather plucking
  • 5. What vitamin is important to supplement in a myna's diet?
A) Vitamin K
B) Vitamin C
C) Vitamin B12
D) Vitamin A
  • 6. How often should a myna's cage be cleaned?
A) Monthly
B) Yearly
C) Weekly
D) Daily
  • 7. What is a common health problem in mynas related to iron intake?
A) Vitamin D toxicity
B) Iron storage disease
C) Calcium deficiency
D) Zinc poisoning
  • 8. What type of enrichment is important for mynas?
A) Foraging toys
B) Silent movies
C) Mirrors
D) Comfy beds
  • 9. What is the typical lifespan of a myna in captivity?
A) 2-5 years
B) 30-40 years
C) 15-25 years
D) 5-10 years
  • 10. What should you avoid feeding mynas?
A) Fruit
B) Chocolate
C) Cooked rice
D) Mealworms
  • 11. What is the ideal humidity level for a myna?
A) 50-60%
B) 90-100%
C) 20-30%
D) 70-80%
  • 12. What is a good way to bond with your myna?
A) Spraying it with water
B) Ignoring it
C) Hand feeding
D) Only talking to it in whispers
  • 13. What is an important consideration when introducing a new myna to an existing bird?
A) Forcing them to preen each other
B) Sharing the same food bowl
C) Quarantine period
D) Immediate cohabitation
  • 14. What is the best way to transport a myna?
A) Secure carrier
B) On the dashboard of a car
C) Open shoulder
D) In a handbag
  • 15. What are some signs that your myna might be sick?
A) Healthy appetite
B) Bright, alert eyes
C) Lethargy and ruffled feathers
D) Increased singing and activity
  • 16. Which of these fruits is generally safe and healthy for mynas?
A) Rhubarb
B) Cherries (pits removed)
C) Papaya
D) Avocado
  • 17. What kind of environment do mynas prefer?
A) Noisy
B) Dark
C) Social
D) Solitary
  • 18. Why should you avoid Teflon coated cookware around mynas?
A) Toxic fumes
B) Makes loud noises
C) Attracts insects
D) Scratches their cage
  • 19. What type of water dish is best for a myna?
A) Empty soda can
B) Deep bucket
C) Water fountain
D) Shallow bowl
  • 20. Where do mynas typically build their nests in the wild?
A) Under rocks
B) Tree cavities
C) In spiderwebs
D) Open ground
  • 21. What is the scientific name of the Common Myna?
A) Melopsittacus undulatus
B) Columba livia
C) Acridotheres tristis
D) Passer domesticus
  • 22. What is an important part of training a myna bird?
A) Punishment
B) Positive reinforcement
C) Ignoring bad behavior
D) Yelling
  • 23. Mynas are native to which continent?
A) South America
B) Europe
C) Asia
D) Africa
  • 24. How often should you bathe your myna?
A) Once a year
B) Regularly
C) Never
D) Only when dirty
  • 25. What should you do if your myna escapes its cage?
A) Ignore it
B) Close doors and windows
C) Open all doors
D) Chase it aggressively
  • 26. What is a good temperature range for mynas?
A) 10-20 degrees Fahrenheit
B) 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit
C) 30-40 degrees Fahrenheit
D) 90-100 degrees Fahrenheit
  • 27. What can excessive salt intake cause in mynas?
A) Kidney damage
B) Improved mimicry
C) Weight gain
D) Feather loss
  • 28. What activity should you provide for exercise?
A) Swimming
B) Flying
C) Crawling
D) Sleeping
  • 29. What is a typical clutch size for mynas?
A) 1-2 eggs
B) 10-12 eggs
C) 20-25 eggs
D) 4-6 eggs
  • 30. Mynas have a strong social structure and do what?
A) Become solitary
B) Fight other birds
C) Live in flocks
D) Live alone
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