There’s nothing quite like the weight of a raptor on your glove. The sharp grip of the talons, the intense, calculating stare, and the sheer, uncontrollable power of a bird of prey perched inches from your face is an experience that changes people. If you’ve been inspired by the ancient art of hunting with birds…
There’s something undeniably magical about watching a bird of prey take flight. For thousands of years, humans and raptors have forged a unique bond through the ancient art of falconry. But as wild populations faced incredible threats in the 20th century, the focus shifted from simply trapping wild birds to mastering the intricate science of…
In the Bible, the falcon is primarily mentioned in the Old Testament within the lists of dietary restrictions found in Leviticus 11:14 and Deuteronomy 14:13. In these passages, God instructs the Israelites on which animals are “clean” to eat and which are “unclean.” The falcon is classified as an unclean bird, strictly forbidden for consumption…
The Harris’s Hawk is widely considered the single easiest bird for a beginner in falconry. Unlike most raptors, which are solitary hunters, Harris’s Hawks are social birds that hunt in packs in the wild. This evolutionary trait makes them exceptionally forgiving and willing to bond with a human partner, often behaving more like a loyal…
For the vast majority of practitioners, falconry is a regulated field sport and a passionate hobby that costs money rather than generates it; however, professional falconers who turn this skill into a career—specifically in the field of bird abatement—can earn a respectable living. The most common source of income is working for abatement companies that…
