HS‐LS2‐8. Evaluate the evidence for the role of group behavior on individual and species’ chances to survive and reproduce. [Clarification Statement: Emphasis is on: (1) distinguishing between group and individual behavior, (2) identifying evidence supporting the outcomes of group behavior, and (3) developing logical and reasonable arguments based on evidence. Examples of group behaviors could include flocking, schooling, herding, and cooperative behaviors such as hunting, migrating, and swarming

Discuss kinds of birds and their management.

Discuss kinds of rodents and their management.

Discuss kinds of reptiles and their management.

Discuss kinds of other animals and their management.

Cavies Diurnal Gerbils Greenfood Grit

Plastron Reptile Rodent Scutes Tortoise

Find someone (student, teacher, friend) that has an unusual pet. Ask them if they could bring it in and answer questions from students about it. Pets may include but are not limited to turtles, snakes, pot-bellied pigs, insects, ferrets, reptiles, and spiders. Make sure the owner is trustworthy to know how to properly handle their pet so no possible injuries can occur.

People like certain birds because of their colors or because they can talk.

Before selecting a bird be sure you have proper feed, supplies, and accessories to raise it properly.

Keep males away from females if you do not want babies.

commercial feeds are available for each species

green food• any vegetable that is not dried down like

corn or carrots grit

• finely ground material similar to sand/small gravel

• all birds need some grit• promotes gizzard action/food grinding

keep them well fed and out of harsh weather, that will keep them healthy

symptoms a bird is sick • not eating well• feathers look ragged• feathers are missing

similar to parrots easy to train very colorful Cockatiels prefer

cereal grains, fruit, and many other things

both very friendly enjoy being properly

handled

come in several varieties

grow to 5 inches tall

eat standard birdseed

males produce unique songs

inexpensive birds that stay small

a type of parrot very colorful affectionate easy to tame do not talk like cereal grains,

fruit, & green food 5.6 inches tall

brightly colored birds

prefer large cages mainly eat seeds

and some green food

grow to 5 to 7 inches tall

considered a singing bird

native to Australia very talkative many have health

problems very colorful eat a feed designed

for them up to 7 inches tall

very talkative when trained to do so

good pets because they are affectionate

prefer large cages grow up to 15

inches tall

type of parrot wonderful pets

because- colorful, intelligent and playful behaviors

large birds grow up to 36

inches tall

Objective #2

Cavies• small rodents often

called Guinea Pigs they are calm easy to care for weigh about 2

pounds live for 5 years short or long haired different colors and

combination of colors

easy to feed just supplement Vitamin C

can’t synthesize their own Vitamin C

feed hay, grass, or a designed feed for them

require 2 square feet per animal for exercise

keep cage clean & dry

nocturnal animals handled often to keep

tame 3 types

• Golden Hamster• Angora Hamster• Chinese Hamster

like nuts as treats feed fresh fruits and

vegetables

avoid feeding raw beans, tomatoes, and green potatoes

house in a wire cage, a plastic cage or an aquarium

line bottom with shavings avoiding cedar

keep clean & dry needs a place to

burrow and exercise

a quick and curious rodent

weigh 3 ounces at maturity

grow to length of 4 inches

they are diurnal• animals that sleep

during the night and are awake during the day

replace bedding at least once per week

tend to be shy should be handled

often but carefully only eat 1 tablespoon of

food a day use a commercial feed supplement with treats

of fresh grass, lettuce or apples

have a spot for exercise and hiding

make excellent pets

they are friendly can be trained to

do various things vary in color need fresh water can be fed seeds,

nuts, bread, and other food

keep cages clean and dry

keep them healthy by disinfecting cages

give them something to gnaw on

Objective #4

reptile• an ectothermic animal with lungs and dry

scaly skin• includes lizards, snakes and turtles for pets• can live up to 20 years• getting one as a pet is a long term

commitment

Tortoise• common term used to

describe terrestrial turtles shells covered with scute Scute

• large scale-like structures made of keratin and cover shells of turtles

• have nerve endings so can tell if something touches shell

Plastron• found under the chest

of turtles and is made of bony plates covered with scutes

reproduce by eggs can pull in their

head, legs and tail under shell for protection

can be very large and be very dangerous

reptiles with long tails not for everyone several species can be

used as pets each have different

environmental and nutritional requirements

garter and pythons are popular

housing must be secure to contain snakes

Generally fed small-live rodents

reptiles with tails, four legs, movable eyelids and ear openings

reproduce by eggs come in many shapes,

colors, and sizes find out the size of

lizard before purchasing

Make sure the variety to be raised is not endangered etc.

Objective #5

many animals are kept as pets

some include• pot bellied pigs• ferrets• rabbits• hedgehogs• spiders

personable and intelligent pigs

require much time from their owners

easy to train clean, quiet, and

playful animals live up to 18 years weigh around 125

pounds

they are time consuming because they are very curious and can get into things because the bore easily

teach themselves to open refrigerator or cupboards

become aggressive when begging for food

hooves and tusks need to be trimmed often

check local regulations to legal to own in your area

have quills covering their bodies

they are not dangerous if properly treated and handled

weigh up to 3 pounds 12 inches long eat worms including

mealworms also can eat commercial

cat food include exercise

equipment keep bedding clean and

dry

How do I raise birds as pets? How do I raise rodents? What kinds of reptiles make

good pets? What other animals could I keep

as pets?