(Optional) Explain the housing and equipment requirements of birds.

Explanation should include the reasons for birds’ basic housing and equipment needs, including environmental enrichment/stimulation and exercise.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What type of cage location should be chosen for a social bird? A nervous bird?
• Why do some birds like the presence of a cage cover, while others are frightened by it?
• What is cagemate trauma?
• What type of exercise should pet birds receive?
• Why is environmental enrichment important to pet birds?