The Quiz Page No 3 for the Scottish Area


The quiz questions that were on our April What's On Page can be
found if you click on the parrot image above.
They are about seedeaters, softbills, 
parrot-like and birds in general and not be to dificult. 
They won't make you a millionaire,
though you may find you are the weakest link.
Just enjoy trying out your knowledge about our 
splendid friends.

The Ultimate Parrot Trivia Quiz

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	Poicephalus Parrots are a group that come from Africa. These medium sized parrots have become popular over the last few years as more have become available for aviculturists.
1) Which species has been added to C.I.T.E.S. ?	Red-bellied	Naim-Niam	Cape
2) How many species of poicephalus parrots are there?	7	9	12

	Lorikeets are found over most of the region termed Australasia. Most are found on the many islands in this region. All are very brightly coloured parrots, which makes them very difficult to observe in the wild. All are classed as nectar feeders though some do eat seeds and insects.
3) How many species of Lorikeet are found wild in Australia?	Five	Seven	Nine
4) Which of these species of Lorikeet is found on New Guinea ?	Mount Apo	Emerald	Varied

	The African continent is the home for these miniture parrots that are firm favourites with bird keepers. Over the last thirty years the more common species have developed many new and beautiful mutations.
5) Which species of lovebird is listed as Endangered?	Black-cheeked	Madagascar	Red-faced
6) Which species of lovebird is found only in Ethiopia?	Black-cheeked	Black-winged	Black-masked

	Macaws have been a favourite pet parrot since they were first discovered. Many of the Macaws are now amongst the most endangered species of parrot on our planet .
7) Which is the smallest species of Macaw ?	Red-bellied	Illigers	Red-shouldered
8) Coulon's Macaw is now more commonly called ?	Severe	Yellow-collared	Blue-headed

	Many species of Amazon parrots are now listed in appendix 1 of C.I.T.E.S. Well known for their talking ability, these parrots as they mature become unpredictable in temperament and are best suited for breeding aviaries.
9) How many species of Amazon are found on Jama1ca ?	One	Two	Three
10) The estimated population of the Puerto Rican Amazon ?	36	44	68