Module C5. Legislation and birds of prey (UK) Quiz

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  1. Your friend has asked you to look after his Goshawk whilst he travels to Australia for 3 months. Which statement is correct?1
  2. You would like a wild caught UK Peregrine Falcon as this would be the best type of bird of prey to suit your hunting ground and quarry species. Which statement is correct?1
  3. You are about to buy your first bird of prey. You know that some birds of prey need to be registered. Who can tell you whether your bird is one that needs to be registered?1
  4. In the UK most birds of prey require registration. The registration document is known as..1
  5. Look at this picture of a microchip reader in use. For what legal reason might you choose to have a microchip fitted1

  6. The Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 makes it an offence for anyone to treat an animal unless they area Qualified Veterinary Surgeon. In practical bird of prey keeping when is treatment by an unqualified person allowed?1
  7. Most birds of prey are fitted with numbered leg rings, why is this?1
  8. Look at this picture. This is a list of ‘Schedule 4’ birds of prey native to the UK. Which statement is correct?1

  9. In the UK the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 indicates which Birds of Prey must be registered. Which statement is correct?1
  10. Your hawk is kept on a bow perch in a secure weathering during the day, and moved to a safe overnight indoors area where it is tethered to a bow perch. Which statement is correct?1
  11. COTES (Control of Trade in Endangered Species (Enforcement Regulations 1997) authorises entry to premises where birds of prey are kept. Who is given legal authority to enter your premises under the COTES regulation?1
  12. “I am an experienced bird of prey keeper and keep a supply of bird safe antibiotics in my medicine cupboard. I am experienced enough to know when to give antibiotics without troubling the vet”. Which statements are correct? (choose two)1
  13. The law on keeping birds of prey in the UK is complex and changes from time to time. How can you keep your knowledge of the law and your responsibilities up to date?1
  14. You may not keep a Bird of Prey in a cage / box which is smaller than its wingspan except while…1
  15. In law you have a duty to meet the needs of any birds of prey in your care. Which of these needs must be met?1
  16. You often transport your bird of prey in a car. Which statement is true?1
  17. Look at this picture. This is the application form for an A10 certificate. Where can you obtain a copy of this application form?1

  18. Bird of prey centres need a Zoo Licence under which circumstances?1
  19. Look at this picture. When would you use this box?1

  20. “I would like to own a Red-tailed Hawk and a hybrid falcon”. Which statement is true in the UK?1
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