Module C6. Falconry furniture and equipment Quiz

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  1. Why do we weigh birds of prey?1
  2. Why should you avoid flying a bird of prey on a creance near trees?1
  3. ‘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
  4. Part of a telemetry system is carried with you when you fly your bird of Prey free. What is it called?1
  5. What does the term triangulation mean when using telemetry to recover a lost hawk.1
  6. Furniture is the term used for any equipment actually fastened to a bird of prey. How often should furniture be checked?1
  7. Water in a portable water bath should be provided for tethered hawks. What dangers can arise from the use of water baths?1
  8. What is the main advantage of using an aylmeri anklet?1
  9. Why are hoods traditionally used on falcons?1
  10. Why should you have good hygiene routines?1
  11. 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
  12. What is a potential danger when using digital scales to weigh a hawk?1
  13. What is the best size for a travelling box?1
  14. What is the main disadvantage of using a very large travelling box?1
  15. 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
  16. What is the main disadvantage of a poorly made hood?1
  17. Jesses with a slit near the end for a swivel are called1
  18. Where should I.D. rings be fitted to your hawk?1
  19. Some falconers use a ‘loop leash’ to tether their hawks. What is the main benefit of using a loop leash?1
  20. Which of these materials is NOT suitable for making anklets?1
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