National Poultry Quiz #3

What is the primary function of the biological systems in a bird's body?

• To provide energy for flight

• To collectively contribute to complex and vital functions

• To store fat for insulation

• To regulate body temperature

Which class do chickens, guinea fowl, and turkeys belong to?

• Mammalia

• Reptilia

• Aves

• Amphibia

What is a unique characteristic of poultry compared to other livestock?

• Low body temperature

• High pulse rate

• Long wings for flight

• Heavy skeleton

Which order do ducks and geese belong to?

• Galliformes

• Anseriformes

• Passeriformes

• Columbiformes

What is the respiration rate of poultry while at rest?

• 5 to 10 exchanges per minute

• 10 to 15 exchanges per minute

• 14 to 22 exchanges per minute

• 25 to 30 exchanges per minute

Which family does the domestic chicken belong to?

• Phasianidae

• Anatidae

• Columbidae

• Numididae

What is the genus of the common turkey?

• Gallus

• Meleagris

• Anas

• Columba

Which order do ducks belong to?

• Galliformes

• Anseriformes

• Columbiformes

• Strigiformes

What is the species name for the common pigeon?

• Gallus gallus

• Meleagris gallopavo

• Columba livia

• Anas platyrhynchos

What is the part of a chicken located at the base of the beak?

• Comb

• Wattle

• Ear-Lobe

• Throat