HNGR125 tutorial quiz unit 1 a and b

What is the main purpose of monitoring animal body condition?

• Predict predator attacks

• Evaluate adaptability and health

• Identify species

• Classify habitats

Which method is commonly used for body condition scoring today?

• Verbal interviews

• Gut content analysis

• 1-5 scoring system

• Heart rate monitor

A 'Very Poor' condition animal will typically have:

• Shiny coat

• Rounded tail

• Clearly visible ribs and vertebrae

• No visible bones

Which of these indicates good body condition?

• Tail thin and angular

• Ribs visible

• Flanks depressed

• Smooth coat and filled flanks

Why is it important to monitor body condition year-round?

• To detect seasonal food changes

• To monitor tourist impact

• To track animal migration

• To predict rainfall

In carcasses, what is used to assess fat reserves?

• Brain size

• Stomach lining

• Bone marrow and kidney fat

• Leg muscle size

Which of these falls under animal welfare freedoms?

• Freedom from thirst

• Freedom to migrate

• Freedom from predators

• Freedom to climb

Older and younger animals are often the first to lose condition due to:

• Size

• Color

• Habitat deterioration

• Disease resistance

What is the best time to improve body condition through feeding?

• During rutting season

• After weaning

• Before migration

• During the rainy season

Which of these methods is non-intrusive for body condition scoring?

• Visual assessment

• Kidney fat index

• Bone marrow testing

• Plasma analysis