Ohio Falconry License Exam – Practice Questions (1–30)
1. Which of the following are legal sources of raptors for an apprentice falconer?
A. Capture from the wild during open season
B. Purchase from a licensed breeder
C. Capture any species at any time
D. Taking from nests without permit
Answer: A, B
Rationale: Apprentices may capture certain species during legal seasons or obtain birds from licensed
breeders; nest removal and unrestricted capture are illegal.
2. Which species are typically allowed for apprentice falconers?
A. Red-tailed hawk
B. American kestrel
C. Bald eagle
D. Peregrine falcon
Answer: A, B
Rationale: Apprentices are generally restricted to hardy species like red-tailed hawks and kestrels; eagles
and peregrines require advanced permits.
3. Which are required components of a falconry mews?
A. Adequate ventilation
B. Protection from predators
C. Glass walls only
D. Perches for birds
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Proper housing must ensure safety, airflow, and perching; glass-only structures are unsafe.
4. Which of the following are signs of a healthy raptor?
A. Bright, alert eyes
B. Clean feathers
C. Lethargy
D. Strong grip
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Healthy birds are alert with clean plumage and strong talons; lethargy suggests illness.
, 5. What equipment is essential for falconry?
A. Jesses
B. Leash
C. Telemetry
D. Fishing net
Answer: A, B, C
Rationale: Jesses, leash, and telemetry are standard; fishing nets are not used.
6. Which are appropriate foods for raptors?
A. Whole prey (mice, quail)
B. Processed dog food
C. Fresh meat
D. Candy
Answer: A, C
Rationale: Raptors require whole prey or fresh meat; processed or sugary foods are harmful.
7. Which statements about imprinting are correct?
A. It occurs when young birds bond to humans
B. It always improves hunting ability
C. It can make birds unsuitable for release
D. It happens only in adult birds
Answer: A, C
Rationale: Imprinting affects behavior and release potential; it occurs in young birds and doesn’t guarantee
better hunting.
8. Which are responsibilities of a falconer?
A. Daily care of the bird
B. Regular feeding
C. Ignoring health issues
D. Maintaining records
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Proper care includes feeding, monitoring health, and keeping records.
9. Which are legal hunting practices in falconry?
A. Hunting in open season
B. Following game laws
C. Hunting protected species
D. Using licensed birds
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Falconry must comply with wildlife laws; protected species cannot be hunted.
1. Which of the following are legal sources of raptors for an apprentice falconer?
A. Capture from the wild during open season
B. Purchase from a licensed breeder
C. Capture any species at any time
D. Taking from nests without permit
Answer: A, B
Rationale: Apprentices may capture certain species during legal seasons or obtain birds from licensed
breeders; nest removal and unrestricted capture are illegal.
2. Which species are typically allowed for apprentice falconers?
A. Red-tailed hawk
B. American kestrel
C. Bald eagle
D. Peregrine falcon
Answer: A, B
Rationale: Apprentices are generally restricted to hardy species like red-tailed hawks and kestrels; eagles
and peregrines require advanced permits.
3. Which are required components of a falconry mews?
A. Adequate ventilation
B. Protection from predators
C. Glass walls only
D. Perches for birds
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Proper housing must ensure safety, airflow, and perching; glass-only structures are unsafe.
4. Which of the following are signs of a healthy raptor?
A. Bright, alert eyes
B. Clean feathers
C. Lethargy
D. Strong grip
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Healthy birds are alert with clean plumage and strong talons; lethargy suggests illness.
, 5. What equipment is essential for falconry?
A. Jesses
B. Leash
C. Telemetry
D. Fishing net
Answer: A, B, C
Rationale: Jesses, leash, and telemetry are standard; fishing nets are not used.
6. Which are appropriate foods for raptors?
A. Whole prey (mice, quail)
B. Processed dog food
C. Fresh meat
D. Candy
Answer: A, C
Rationale: Raptors require whole prey or fresh meat; processed or sugary foods are harmful.
7. Which statements about imprinting are correct?
A. It occurs when young birds bond to humans
B. It always improves hunting ability
C. It can make birds unsuitable for release
D. It happens only in adult birds
Answer: A, C
Rationale: Imprinting affects behavior and release potential; it occurs in young birds and doesn’t guarantee
better hunting.
8. Which are responsibilities of a falconer?
A. Daily care of the bird
B. Regular feeding
C. Ignoring health issues
D. Maintaining records
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Proper care includes feeding, monitoring health, and keeping records.
9. Which are legal hunting practices in falconry?
A. Hunting in open season
B. Following game laws
C. Hunting protected species
D. Using licensed birds
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Falconry must comply with wildlife laws; protected species cannot be hunted.
