A Day in the Life of a Zookeeper

Tom, the deputy head of the bird section at Paradise Valley Park, provides an overview of a typical day in the life of a zookeeper. The day starts with health checks and weighing of birds, followed by cleaning and feeding routines. The zookeepers engage in animal training demonstrations to educate visitors and work on new behaviors with the animals. The afternoon includes a bird flying display and further penguin talks. The day concludes with recording events and securing the site. The routine is demanding but rewarding, offering opportunities to interact with and care for various animals.

What time does a zookeeper's day typically start?

• 9 a.m.

• 8 a.m.

• 7 a.m.

• 6 a.m.

Why do zookeepers weigh the birds every morning?

• To prepare them for flights

• To measure their growth

• To ensure they are healthy

• To check their weight for competitions

What is the main task between 9:00 and 10:00 a.m.?

• Cleaning the bird enclosures

• Weighing the birds

• Feeding the birds

• Training the birds

What types of food do carnivorous birds eat?

• Nuts and berries

• Fish and meats

• Grains and vegetables

• Fruits and seeds

What is the purpose of the animal training demonstrations?

• To entertain the visitors

• To feed the animals

• To teach visitors about animal training

• To clean the enclosures

What is the main activity from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.?

• Feeding the penguins

• Training the birds

• Cleaning the enclosures

• Weighing the birds

When do zookeepers usually take their lunch break?

• 1:00 p.m.

• 2:00 p.m.

• 12:00 p.m.

• 11:00 a.m.

What is the 'Wings of Wonder' display?

• A bird feeding session

• A bird training session

• A bird flying display

• A bird cleaning session

What system do zookeepers use to record daily events?

• BirdLog

• AnimalTrack

• ZooKeeper

• Sims

What is the final task of the day for zookeepers?

• Feeding the animals

• Weighing the birds

• Cleaning the enclosures

• Double-checking the locks