2025/2026 MIDTERM 2 REVIEW: BIRDS AND FALCONRY ACTUAL Q&A

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2025/2026 MIDTERM 2 REVIEW: BIRDS AND FALCONRY ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND 100% CORRECT ANSWERS What are the main characteristics of Guineafowl? - Answer -About 8 species, African origin, includes Vulturine and Helmeted Guineafowl (which is domesticated), and chicks are often called 'keets'. What is the California State Bird? - Answer -California Quail, also known as Valley Quail. What is notable about the Golden Pheasant? - Answer -It is very popular in aviculture and exhibits significant dimorphism, native to Western China. What are the characteristics of the Chukar Partridge? - Answer -Native to Eurasia, popular for hunting, and very cold hardy. What type of duck is the Mallard? - Answer -A dabbler with a large range and many domestic varieties, including Indian Runner, Crested, and Call Duck. What is a unique nesting behavior of the Wood Duck? - Answer -Nests in tree cavities and has captive color mutations. What are the breeding characteristics of the Canada Goose? - Answer -Breeds over most of North America, introduced to Europe, has 11 subspecies, and some have become non-migratory due to habitat alteration. What are the main threats to the Nene Goose? - Answer -Introduced mongooses, with a low point of 30 birds in 1952; Need assistance on Online classes, Exams & Assignments? Reach out for instant help!! Full Course Assistance, Plagiarism-free Essay Writing, Research Paper, Dissertation, Discussion Posts, etc…. Confidential & Secure services. Tutors are available for all subjects! Email now at: tutorjean01@gmail.com conservation efforts included captive breeding in Europe and the US. What is the habitat and behavior of Harris's Hawk? - Answer -A Buteo found in the Desert Southwest USA and drier parts of Central and South America, known for cooperative hunting groups and popularity in falconry. What is the most common hawk in North America? - Answer -Red-tailed Hawk, a Buteo that is popular among beginner falconers and primarily preys on mammals. What is a defining feature of the Barn Owl? - Answer -It has a heart or disc-shaped face and can hunt by sound in complete darkness. What are some species of quail mentioned in the notes? - Answer -Chinese Painted Quail, Asian Blue Quail, King Quail, and Button Quail, with normal males being more colorful. What are the requirements for California Falconry? - Answer -Includes a 2-year apprenticeship, passing a Falconry License Exam, facility inspection, annual renewal, capture permit, and a hunting license. What are jesses in falconry? - Answer -Leg straps used to control the bird when on the hand. What are the requirements for a Wildlife Rehabilitator License for birds? - Answer -Includes federal and state permits, 100 hours of experience, facility approval, and specific euthanasia protocols. What is the general guideline regarding baby birds? - Answer -Typically, baby birds do not need to be rescued. What are some naturalized parrots of Southern California? - Answer -Includes Red-crowned Amazon, Lilac-crowned Amazon, Mitred Conure, Red-masked Conure, Yellow-chevroned Parakeet, Bluecrowned Conure, Red-lored Amazon, Rose-ringed Parakeet, Blackhooded Conure, Double Yellow-headed Amazon, Blue-fronted Amazon, Need assistance on Online classes, Exams & Assignments? Reach out for instant help!! Full Course Assistance, Plagiarism-free Essay Writing, Research Paper, Dissertation, Discussion Posts, etc…. Confidential & Secure services. Tutors are available for all subjects! Email now at: tutorjean01@gmail.com