Apprentice's Log - Episode I: Trapping our First Red-tailed Hawk
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- Опубликовано: 13 дек 2019
- This video is part of a falconry series from an apprentice falconer. In this episode, we show what the process of trapping our first red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) looked like. This is only a glimpse into the hours of tracking and failed attempts.
Juvenile red-tailed hawks have an upwards of 80% mortality rate in their first year. Each hawk a falconer traps in the wild helps ensure one more juvenile makes it to adulthood. In some cases, falconers will release their birds after a hunting season or two, though others may decide to keep them longer. Regarding conservation, red-tailed hawks are a least-concern species, which means they are not a focus of conservation. They can often be seen along highways -- unfortunately, they are sometimes struck by cars as we mentioned seeing while we were out.
Developing the skills as a falconer with red-tails is helpful because they are easy to man -- or build trust with. We do hope to participate in conservation and possibly rehabilitation efforts in the future. While hunting is a major component, the conservation aspect of falconry is one of the primary reasons we wanted to get involved with this sport. During each flying session after the initial training period, the birds make the decision to return to the falconer. They are free to fly away, and sometimes they do just that. Birds of prey are not pets.
There are only approximately 4,000 licensed falconers in the United States, with only about 250 or so general or master falconers in the State of New York. Getting licensed in falconry is not a simple task and requires many hours of study, the proper facilities inspected by the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), and the guidance of a dedicated mentor for two years. It is a serious commitment that we do not take lightly. More info on that process here: www.dec.ny.gov/permits/28632....
We have had a ton of questions from friends and family and hope to shed some light through some educational videos.
By the way, the hood used in falconry helps keep the bird calm for travel and/or other stressful situations and is not left on all the time. The towel placed over the hawk's head during trapping functioned similarly -- this was for his safety as well as our own.
We are very much open to feedback and suggestions.
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Finally got em!
If you ever trap again, try finding some dirt roads and (gently) throwing the trap out the window. Then, keep driving a ways until you can turn around and pull off a distance away. This makes the birds less suspicious, and more likely to go for the trap. Using binoculars, you can be more sure when a hawk is trapped. Then just drive up and do your thing.
Also, I don't know when you trapped your hawk, but if it was close to when you posted this video, try trapping a little earlier if you can. This means there will be more birds to trap, and they will still be adjusting to life without their parents. This means that they will be hungrier, and more likely to go after the trap. Just don't go trapping too early, or you'll get a bird without a lot of hunting experience.
Thank you! We will definitely avoid the busier roads next time. We ended up catching Fievel in an area that was quiet in terms of traffic. It was definitely late in the season when we caught him. We are aiming to go out as soon as the season starts in NY this time. We appreciate all of these suggestions, especially about driving away to avoid suspicion! :-)
@@pleaseforgetmenot will you keep uploading the videos are very good
Awesome video! Can't wait for more! I'm starting my journey into falconry this year also.
Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck with your falconry journey, it can be tough to get going but don't give up! 🦅
Good, good, I like, Thanks.
I hope you got a smaller hood!
I drop my trap and if its a young one they are usually on it before I turn around. Had one last week but my nooses failed...waited a month to find him too.
Maybe tomorrow!
Grand island NY, not far from me at all. Lewiston. Who was your sponsor if you dont mind.. initials are fine, the list isn't to long.
I’m from wny! Who was/is your sponsor?!
Wow you guys are very close to me, this is only a few minutes away! I'll be taking my test hopefully in Aug and am very excited since I've been waiting a few years. Any tips on finding a sponsor?
Did you end up taking your test? After you pass your exam in NY they give you a list of mentors in the state. Josh just reached out to all of the people within an hour's drive. Please let me know if you have any other questions! Sorry for the super late response, a lot happened since we posted these videos. We hope to get back into making videos again soon.
Is it a Birb?
Sometimes a birb
"I hope that picture was worth it."
😂
Trying to trap my bird RIGHT now
How did it go?!
He wasn’t born a Oldman.