Reptile QUIZ

Question 1

Hypovitaminosis A in turtles may lead to
Correct!
all choices are correct
pneumonia
otitis
stomatitis

Question 2

Goiter (Nutritional Hypothyroidism) may be caused by a diet deficient in
potassium
Calcium
Vitamin E
Correct!
iodine

Question 3

Infectious stomatitis (mouth rot) in reptiles:
1. all of the choices are correct
may be triggered by immunosuppression
may be triggered by oral trauma
is caused by bacterial infection

Answer 3

1. all of the choices are correct

Question 4

Hepatic Lipidosis in reptiles may be caused by
1. diets with excess amounts of kale
insufficient UVB light exposure
antibiotics
Correct Answer
hibernation

Question 5

Cloacal prolapse is due to the extrusion of the
1. uterus
urinary bladder
Correct!
any of the choices may cause cloacal prolapse
colon

Question 6

A potential zoonotic concern of handling reptiles is
1. pinworms (Enterobius)
there are none because reptiles are ectotherms
Aspergillus
Correct!
Salmonella

Question 7

Bone in jaw that allows snake mouth to open 150o is
faveoli
Correct!
quadrate
columella
scute

Question 8

Optimal temperature for a reptile species metabolism to function is
Correct!
POTZ
82 F
ROT
OMT

Question 9

List at least 3 ways to treat or prevent Dysecdysis (incomplete shedding).

Answer 9

1. Scotch tape removal of retained spectacles
2. Correct humidity for species in enclosure
3. Surfaces to rub on (rocks/branches)
4. Soaking water bowls
5. Warm, wet towel therapy during ecdysis

Question 10

List 3 possible steps to prevent Metabolic Bone Disease of lizards/turtles

Answer 10

1. UV light that is providing correct wavelength (bulb less than 6 months old)
2. Diet with high calcium, low phosphorous
3. Diet without excessive oxalates that bind calcium
4. Calcium/vitamin D supplement powders
5. Direct exposure to natural light that would mimic their exposure to sun in the wild (nocturnal reptiles need less direct light exposure)