Module C6. Falconry furniture and equipment Quiz

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  1. Why should mews jesses always be removed before flying a bird of prey free?1
  2. What is the main advantage of using an aylmeri anklet?1
  3. Which statement is correct?1
  4. Why are hoods traditionally used on falcons?1
  5. Part of a telemetry system is carried with you when you fly your bird of Prey free. What is it called?1
  6. Why might we use lures with birds of prey?1
  7. What is the best size for a travelling box?1
  8. Water in a portable water bath should be provided for tethered hawks. What dangers can arise from the use of water baths?1
  9. Think about securing a bird of prey to a perch. Which statement is correct?1
  10. Why should you avoid flying a bird of prey on a creance near trees?1
  11. Why are bells traditionally fitted to birds of prey?1
  12. Which of these materials is NOT suitable for making anklets?1
  13. What is the main disadvantage of a poorly made hood?1
  14. What is the danger arising from jesses that are too long when using block perches?1
  15. What is a potential danger when using digital scales to weigh a hawk?1
  16. Some falconer say that keeping falcons tethered all the time is the best way to keep them calm and safe in a small space. Which of the following statements is correct?1
  17. Why do we weigh birds of prey?1
  18. Furniture is the term used for any equipment actually fastened to a bird of prey. How often should furniture be checked?1
  19. Why is a swivel used when a hawk is tethered to a perch or the glove?1
  20. ‘Making to the hood’ is the phrase used to describe the process of getting the hawk used to wearing the hood. When is it best to ‘make a young hawk to the hood?1
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