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Re: Birds of prey.
I've always, always wanted to get into falconry. A class like that would be so fun! And they're such cute little birds.
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Re: Birds of prey.
Thanks for all the comments.
Originally Posted by Wapadi
Did you enjoy watching them? Any chance you got to fly one off your wrist? My husband is a licensed Falconer and its the coolest thing in the world! Of course we currently don't have a bird bc of Rick being in the Navy but we will get back into it one day I am sure. Great pictures!
I love every second that I spend with the birds. Yes, on my last day of the course I took a Harris hawk out flying. Really cant wait till I get my own bird.
Originally Posted by rlditmars
Thanks for sharing. Very cool. Once, there were three sparrow hawks (American Kestrals) trapped in my brother-in-law's shop/building. The mother was nesting in one of the vents and when the chicks were ready for flight, they found a way to come in rather then going out. Pretty exciting having them zipping overhead inside the building which was only about 3500 sq ft. I was able to capture them with a pair of welding gloves. They were very beautiful creatures and though their talons were small, they were incredibly sharp.
They are strong in their feet for their size, and you're right their talons are razor sharp.
Originally Posted by DooLittle
Nice pictures, and pretty birds. Whats with the one in the little mask?
Its like olstyn explained, it keeps the bird nice and calm. When you're ready to fly the bird the hood gets removed, the hood is mostly used on falcons.
Originally Posted by Pyrate81
Very cool stuff.
What are you feeding the bird there?
Hi Pyrate81, its a day old chick.
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You're actually an apprentice, or are you still looking for a sponsor??
What kind of bird are you gonna start with??
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Re: Birds of prey.
Originally Posted by Mephibosheth1
You're actually an apprentice, or are you still looking for a sponsor??
What kind of bird are you gonna start with??
Yes you can say I`m an apprentice. Unfortunately,Falconry in the UK isn`t regulated like in America and South Africa, anybody can buy a Bald Eagle or any bird of prey if they have the cash. Luckily I'm one of those people who like to do things properly. That's why I've done the course at a well known and respected falconer. I'm now a volunteer at his centre, where I learn new things each day. I`ll only get a bird next year and planning on getting a Red tail, or who knows what might happen. The good thing is I have a good mentor.
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Re: Birds of prey.
Ooops dubble posted the video of Grace.
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