Title: Explain the considerations involved in selecting a bird.
Course: Small Animal Care I (18102-36) > Section: Caring for and Managing Birds

Explanation should include selection based on

- knowledge of the species
- source
- health issues
- environmental considerations
- purposes.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the time, cost, and environmental factors to consider when selecting a pet bird?
- What local sources exist for acquiring a pet bird? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?
- What factors should be considered when deciding whether to get multiple birds for one enclosure?