Understanding Animal Care and Behaviour

What is full spectrum lighting?

• Lighting that only emits visible light

• Lighting that includes all wavelengths of light, including UV

• Lighting that only emits infrared light

• Lighting that only emits ultraviolet light

When should UV lighting be checked?

• Every year

• Every month

• Every week

• Every day

Why is food given whole to certain animals?

• To make it easier for them to digest

• To encourage natural feeding behaviours

• To prevent them from overeating

• To reduce the cost of food

What is an anticoagulant?

• A substance that promotes blood clotting

• A substance that prevents blood clotting

• A type of painkiller

• A type of vitamin supplement

What does Colin use to help with giving medicine, weighing, and giving food?

• A digital scale

• A feeding tube

• Training

• A syringe

Why does Colin monitor animal behaviour?

• To ensure they are eating enough

• To check for signs of illness or stress

• To train them for performances

• To keep them entertained

What is the difference between crocodiles and alligators?

• Crocodiles have a V-shaped snout, while alligators have a U-shaped snout

• Alligators are larger than crocodiles

• Crocodiles are only found in Africa

• Alligators are more aggressive than crocodiles

Why do seasons matter for captive animals?

• They affect the animals' mood

• They influence breeding cycles and behaviour

• They change the animals' diet

• They determine the animals' lifespan

What do they use to move Daisy, the alligator?

• A crane

• A net

• Boards like pig boards

• A large cage

What information doesn't need to be included on the top of the observation form?

• The weather

• The time / date and length of time

• The animals information - group size and gender

• When they were last observed