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Falconry – Bloodsport or Alternative Form of Birding?

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During the filming of this production, I got to experience “dirt hawking&#. But after spending time with experienced falconers in the field I have come to respect and admire the responsible practitioners of this, the sport of kings. Many falconers use their birds to educate children as to the importance of raptors.

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Collaborative List ? May 2020

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You may notice a few non-commital “sp” entries and/or a few domestic/feral/hybrid forms. These are included as part of the summary and are maintained in the list, despite objections by some purists, to give the full, rich experience as enjoyed by your lucky, lucky beats. Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus).

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There’s a bear! There’s a bear!

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At the same time, a Peregrine Falcon flies across the valley. Our guides were researchers from Callisto, patient and always smiling Yannis Tsanakis (above) and Maria Petridou with her infectious laugh and stories of her Sun Bear and Jaguar research experiences. Feral Pigeon – Columba livia dom.

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