Module C6. Falconry furniture and equipment Quiz

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  1. Why are bells traditionally fitted to birds of prey?1
  2. Water in a portable water bath should be provided for tethered hawks. What dangers can arise from the use of water baths?1
  3. Why are hoods traditionally used on falcons?1
  4. You can fit a small electronic device to your hawk which gives out a signal that helps find lost hawks. What is this called?1
  5. Identify unsuitable materials for a raptor leash (choose two)1
  6. What is the best size for a travelling box?1
  7. Why should you avoid flying a bird of prey on a creance near trees?1
  8. Furniture is the term used for any equipment actually fastened to a bird of prey. How often should furniture be checked?1
  9. Which of these materials is NOT suitable for making anklets?1
  10. What is the main advantage of using an aylmeri anklet?1
  11. What does the term triangulation mean when using telemetry to recover a lost hawk.1
  12. Why should mews jesses always be removed before flying a bird of prey free?1
  13. What is the main disadvantage of using a very large travelling box?1
  14. Why do we weigh birds of prey?1
  15. ‘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
  16. Think about securing a bird of prey to a perch. Which statement is correct?1
  17. What size bell should you choose for your bird of prey?1
  18. Which of these UK organisations helps to find lost Hawks?1
  19. Why should you have good hygiene routines?1
  20. Which type of lure is mostly used for falcons?1
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