Reptile med 1

Which of the following is an important consideration when designing a vivarium for a captive reptile?

The vivarium should be constructed using specific materials.

The vivarium should provide enough horizontal space for the reptile to demonstrate normal behavior.

The vivarium should be easily cleaned for hygiene reasons. (correct)

The vivarium should have strict cage dimensions.

What is the main focus in cage design for species that are more arboreal in nature?

Vertical height (correct)

Temperature gradient

Construction material

Horizontal space

Why is the provision of too much vertical space pointless for tortoises?

Tortoises do not climb trees. (correct)

Tortoises are unable to regulate their body temperature.

Tortoises need more space to demonstrate normal behavior.

Tortoises prefer horizontal space.

According to the text, what are the minimum floor dimensions for an arboreal lizard's vivarium?

2 × reptile’s length by 3 × reptile’s length Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the minimum height for an arboreal snake's vivarium?

1 × reptile’s length Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the recommended temperature range for most species of reptiles in a vivarium?

26-36°C Signup and view all the answers

Which type of UV lighting is most suitable for reptiles that prefer basking, such as fence lizards and bearded dragons?

A combination of a high UVB mercury vapour or metal halide light and an incandescent lamp Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended number of hides to provide in a vivarium for reptiles?

One hide per reptile in the vivarium, plus one extra Signup and view all the answers

Which substrate should be avoided for arid species due to the risk of sand consumption?

Sand based substrates Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of a reptile egg incubator?

A water heater Signup and view all the answers

What is the average incubation period for snakes?

45-70 days Signup and view all the answers

Reptile med 1

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is an important consideration when designing a vivarium for a captive reptile?

What is the main focus in cage design for species that are more arboreal in nature?

Why is the provision of too much vertical space pointless for tortoises?

According to the text, what are the minimum floor dimensions for an arboreal lizard's vivarium?

According to the text, what is the minimum height for an arboreal snake's vivarium?

According to the text, what is the recommended temperature range for most species of reptiles in a vivarium?

Which type of UV lighting is most suitable for reptiles that prefer basking, such as fence lizards and bearded dragons?

What is the recommended number of hides to provide in a vivarium for reptiles?

Which substrate should be avoided for arid species due to the risk of sand consumption?

Which of the following is NOT a component of a reptile egg incubator?

What is the average incubation period for snakes?

In leopard geckos, what temperatures will produce predominantly female hatchlings?

Which reptile has the longest egg incubation time?

Which reptile has the shortest egg incubation time?

What is the recommended quarantine period for new reptiles?

More Quizzes Like This

Reptiles: Characteristics and Classification Quiz

Nutritional Secondary Hyperparathyroidism in Reptiles

Overview of Reptiles

Reptiles Specialized Characteristics Quiz

Upgrade to continue