30 Questions
What does animal husbandry refer to?
Management of animals in captivity
Which of the following is NOT a vital resource provided by a quality habitat for an animal?
Cellular phone
What is the purpose of socialization in animals?
To expose animals to social partners and develop appropriate behaviors
When does the sensitive period for socialization typically occur in animals?
Within the first few weeks to months of an animal's life
What does heterospecifics refer to in the context of animal habitats?
Members of a different species
Why is considering an animal's life experience and evolutionary history important in animal husbandry?
To ensure its welfare and appropriate care
What is a key difference between domestic animals and wild animals in terms of socialization?
Wild animals have a longer socialization period compared to domestic animals.
Which of the following is NOT a change that occurs in domestic animals during the domestication process?
Slower development compared to wild ancestors
At what age does the socialization period typically begin for domestic dogs?
3-4 weeks old
What term is used to describe the retention of juvenile characteristics in domestic animals?
Neoteny
Which of the following is a change that occurs in the body morphology of domestic animals during the domestication process?
Shorter legs and tails
In terms of reproduction, how do domestic animals differ from wild animals?
Domestic animals reproduce earlier and more frequently than wild animals.
What are the three ways to conceptualize animal welfare mentioned in the text?
Biological Functioning, Affective States, Natural Behavior
What is an example of a stereotypic behavior that indicates poor animal welfare?
Repetitive behaviors with no function on the environment
Why is the timing of events important in promoting animal welfare in captive habitats?
It synchronizes an animal's behavior and physiology
Which factor influences an animal’s rhythm of activity based on the text?
Biological Clocks
What environmental conditions are synchronized by circadian clocks according to the text?
Daily temperature & light-dark cycles
Proper welfare includes frequent displays of ____________.
Natural Behavior
How does the absence of a light-dark cycle and feeding at random times affect the stress levels of captive goldfish?
Increases stress levels
What physiological change occurs in birds during spring or fall to adapt to changing environmental conditions?
Heavy molting to replace feathers
Why is ensuring appropriate habitat variables crucial in captive animal husbandry?
To improve animal welfare and reduce stress
Which factor was identified as potentially as stressful as the absence of a light-dark cycle for captive goldfish?
Random feeding schedule
What is the purpose of providing a new stimulus like a new food type, scent, or interaction to captive animals?
To introduce novelty and enrich their environment
In what season do birds typically undergo heavy molting to replace feathers?
Spring or Fall
What is the purpose of rotating catnip with other scents for cats?
To prevent habituation to the scents and keep them novel.
What is habituation in animals?
When an animal's response to a stimulus decreases over time.
How does providing novel items benefit captive animals?
It can increase exploratory behavior and learning ability.
Why is it important for captive pigs to have access to materials for rooting?
To satisfy their psychological needs and promote natural behaviors.
What is enrichment in the context of animal welfare?
Adding elements to an animal's environment to support natural behaviors.
Why would a pig housed on concrete without ground substrate experience welfare issues?
Because rooting is a natural behavior for pigs that they need to engage in.
Test your knowledge on the care and management of animals in captivity, including both domestic animals and wild animals in captivity. Explore topics such as habitat quality, resource access, and animal welfare.
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