California Falconry Regulations Practice Test

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• Within how many days must all falconers report raptors acquired or disposed of?
• What regulation pertains to falconers' use of their raptors?
• Can falconers take raptors from the wild without a permit?
• If the falconry license has expired for more than 5 years, what is required?
• Can you release a wild caught raptor only near the location where it was originally first caught?
• What is the main purpose of California falconry regulations?
• Is continuing education for falconers mandatory in California?
• What is the correct definition of “casting” in falconry?
• Can apprentices possess a raptor that they have not captured themselves?
• What is the minimum designated flying space requirement for a falcon?
• Is it true that an imprinted raptor can never be released into the wild?
• What will occur if a falconry license expires for more than 5 years?
• What type of fees must falconers pay?
• What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a falconry permit in California?
• What is a master falconer?
• Where should you release your wild caught raptor if you cannot locate the exact place where the raptor was first caught?
• A general/master falconer may assist a California rehabilitation place in the conditioning and release of a raptor. Will this count against your yearly quota?
• What happens if a falconer fails to notify the Department about a name change?
• What must be reported if an unauthorized animal is killed?
• Is training a raptor for falconry considered animal cruelty under California law?
• A Master Falconer may possess up to how many Eagles from a permitted source?
• Are the falconer's raptors and equipment subject to unannounced inspections?
• What constitutes the "falconry season" in California?
• True or False: There is no fee to submit reports if you use the online reporting system.
• What is required for a temporary nonresident/non US citizen falconer to use a facility?
• What is the minimum age requirement to become a General Falconer?
• If you do not report a raptor that's transferred to you within the required days, what might happen?
• What is an imprinted raptor's status regarding socialization with other raptors from a young age?
• What is an apprentice falconer allowed to do with regards to raptors?
• What is the next class for an Apprentice Falconer trying to advance?
• If contact cannot be made with the original owner of the banded/transmitter raptor, how many days must pass before you may keep the raptor as one of your caught quota?
• What is required for a nonresident or non-US citizen to import a raptor into California?
• A falconry license being renewed must not be expired for more than how long?
• If a falconer moves or changes their name, how soon must they notify the Department?
• If a falconry license is issued in March, when does it expire?
• What must a person be in order to become a sponsor for an Apprentice Falconer?
• Are falconers required to keep records of their raptors' health and training?
• Are falconers allowed to use artificial lures to assist in training their raptors?
• Can falconry permits be renewed upon expiration?
• What is the procedure for acquiring a raptor from a licensed breeder or dealer?
• What is the primary legislation governing falconry in California?
• What must an apprentice falconer do before receiving their license?
• Can nonresident/non US citizen falconers use raptors from a California Falconer without written authorization?
• What is the status of Apprentice Falconers concerning capturing raptors?
• True or False: If unable to report via online system, falconers must mail the report to the Department with a fee.
• What is the benefit of liability insurance for falconers?
• Which term is used to describe the offspring of raptors from two or more distinct species listed in the 50 CFR?
• Are there locations in California where falconry hunting is not allowed?
• What is the term for offspring from two raptors held in captivity?
• Can falconers hunt migratory birds with their raptors?
• When is it acceptable to capture wild raptors for falconry?
• What is the primary requirement for falconers regarding the care of their raptors?
• What should falconers always carry when hunting with their raptors?
• Are Golden Eagle carcasses disposed of the same way as other raptors?
• For how many years must a falconer keep records of all their raptors?
• If an unauthorized raptor is trapped by you, what must you do?
• Which raptor type requires extra caution when conditioning?
• If the killed or injured animal is endangered, how many days does the falconer have to report it?
• If you lose your raptor due to death or escape, what must you report to the department?
• Does temporary possession of a banded/transmitter caught raptor count towards your yearly quota?
• California native captive bred raptors only need how many transmitters when released into the wild?
• What must you do if you encounter a raptor that is not authorized during your trapping efforts?
• How is a raptor that is not yet a year old and can fly classified?
• What is a key responsibility of a falconer regarding their raptors?
• What is the purpose of having regulations for falconry in California?
• What is the maximum number of raptors a General Falconer may possess at a time?
• How do falconers participate in raptor conservation efforts?
• Are there restrictions on capturing wild raptors for falconry in California?
• What must a Master Falconer submit before possessing an Eagle?
• How many days may a nonresident or non-US citizen practice falconry temporarily in California without applying for a license?
• Which type of Falconer can temporarily rehabilitate Eagles in need?
• Which license is required in addition to a falconry license for practicing in California?
• If the falconer does not report an injury to unauthorized wildlife, what could happen?
• Is it legal to practice falconry activities in California without a valid license?
• How many days do you need to report a raptor that was transferred to you?
• What must falconers do if they cannot use the online reporting system?
• Can an Apprentice Falconer possess a raptor if they did not capture it themselves?
• Can falconers take part in competitions with their raptors?
• What can happen if a falconer fails to report their raptor’s loss in time?
• What is a young raptor that cannot fly yet called?
• What is the primary reason for tracking raptor migrations for falconers?
• Can falconers use their raptors to control pest populations?
• Which of these actions is considered illegal in California falconry without proper licensing?
• What are the penalties for violating falconry regulations in California?
• What is required for individuals under 16 to obtain a falconry permit in California?
• What happens if a falconer does not report a raptor's status annually?
• Who supervises an apprentice falconer?
• Are you allowed to have other unlicensed people care for and fly your raptors while on vacation?
• What is the minimum age requirement for a general falconry permit in California?
• How many days can you search for your escaped raptor before needing to report it?
• What document must a falconer maintain if capturing wild raptors?
• What defines a "license year" or "regulatory year"?
• How often must falconers report their raptor's status to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife?
• What is the role of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife in falconry?
• What term refers to using raptors for pest control and reducing human/wildlife conflicts?
• What is the experience requirement for an Apprentice Falconer to submit a progress report?
• If you recapture a raptor with falconry equipment on, will it count against your yearly capture quota?
• What is required for falconers when using their birds in competitions?
• What is the initial age at which a raptor can typically be considered a haggard?
• What is one reason why falconers might seek permits?
• Is a hunting license required for falconry in California?
• Which of the following are types of eagles?
• What is the minimum training period required for an apprentice falconer to apply for a general permit?
• What is the purpose of regular health checks for raptors in falconry?
• What action must be taken within 10 days if a raptor dies?
• Can falconers release trained raptors back into the wild?
• Are falconers required to provide adequate food and water for their raptors?
• How does the classification of a falcon differ from other raptors?
• Can falconers use trained raptors for hunting in California?
• What is the minimum age requirement to become an Apprentice Falconer?
• What is the maximum number of raptors one can possess under a general falconry permit in California?
• What type of raptor does not have any subspecies occurring in the USA?
• Can a temporary nonresident/non US citizen falconer use their own temporary facilities in California?
• If a sponsorship has to terminate early, what is the correct procedure?
• What is required to legally practice falconry in California?
• Which of the following raptors may a General/Master Falconer capture?
• If you die, how many days does your surviving kin or executor have to transfer your raptors to another licensed falconer?
• True or False: A temporary transfer for rehabilitation of Eagles can only be made to a Master Falconer.
• What type of housing is required for raptors kept under falconry regulations?
• What is the term for a raptor that does not naturally occur in California?
• Can an Apprentice Falconer have more than one raptor per license year?
• Are permits needed to transport raptors out of state?
• Are falconers permitted to share images of their raptors on social media?
• How many days are non-licensed people allowed to care for your birds?
• What should falconers do to ensure their activities comply with regulations?
• Can falconry permits be transferred between individuals?
• Is it permissible for falconers in California to feed wild prey to their raptors?
• Are falconers allowed to use electronic devices to aid in hunting with raptors?
• What term describes the activities of possessing, housing, trapping, and using raptors for hunting?
• Why is it important for falconers to participate in conservation efforts?
• Are falconers allowed to take raptors from other falconers without permission?
• Do you need written permission to capture or hunt on private lands and public places where it is prohibited?
• True or False: All falconers can capture any species of raptor without restrictions.
• Which term refers to a raptor that is mature and capable of flight?
• Which of the following methods ensures humane treatment of raptors during training?
• What is the significance of two transmitters on exotic hybrid raptors during conditioning?
• What should a falconer do if they move to a new residence?
• A raptor is classified under which orders: Falconiformes, Accipitriformes, Strigiformes, and hybrids?
• What is the duration of a falconry permit in California?
• What is the technique called for repairing a broken feather by using another feather?
• What do we call a raptor that is hand raised by humans and has never been around other raptors from 2 weeks of age?
• Which of the following is NOT a type of raptor included in California falconry regulations?
• Can you release a barred owl into the wild?
• If the raptor is injured during trapping, what action should you take?
• If an unauthorized animal is injured, what must the falconer do?
• Which of the following refers to raptors that have been bred in captivity?
• What is the implication of providing the raptors with inadequate flying space?
• Other falconers may care and fly your birds for up to how many days?
• What kind of experience can falconers share on social media?
• What types of raptors may Apprentice Falconers capture?
• Is training raptors to perform aerial displays allowed in falconry?
• What type of raptors can a General Falconer possess?
• How many years of experience as a General Falconer is required to advance to a Master Falconer?
• How many wild caught raptors can a Master Falconer possess?
• In falconry, a passage raptor typically refers to?
• In what way must falconers use social media responsibly?
• To be considered an Apprentice Falconer, how long must one learn under a sponsor?
• Before releasing a wild caught raptor, what must you ensure?
• Who can apply for a falconry permit in California?
• When must an apprentice notify the Department about the termination of a sponsorship?
• What is the maximum number of eagles a Master Falconer can possess from the wild in California?
• What type of training is appropriate for an apprentice falconer?
• How might tracking raptor migrations assist falconers in their practices?
• What type of veterinary care should falconers provide for their birds?
• True or False: If two licensed falconers share an inspected facility, the second falconer needs another inspection.
• If a deceased raptor is taxidermied, what happens if the falconer’s license expires?
• What happens if an injured unauthorized animal is found?
• What must a falconer do if they lose a raptor?
• Can falconers use their raptors for commercial purposes in California?
• Is it necessary to have a permit for capturing or hunting in public places where it is prohibited?
• How can falconers ensure compliance with health standards for their birds?
• If the original owner of a recaptured raptor does not want it back, what can you do?
• Does everyone using raptors for hunting in California have to follow the set regulations on hunting small/upland game species?
• After passing the falconry exam, what must occur before a license is issued?
• You do not need to submit written notice to the Department for temporary transfer to a falconer or non-licensed person to care for your raptors while on vacation. True or False?
• Are falconers allowed to breed raptors in California?
• What does “hacking” refer to in falconry?
• If your raptor dies, what should you do with the bands/microchips?
• What should falconers do if their raptor is injured?
• What is one requirement for a Master Falconer before acquiring an Eagle?
• What should falconers focus on before entering a competition?
• Can an Apprentice falconer hack raptors?
• One may be exempt from taking the falconry exam if they:
• Which statement is true regarding the release of a wild caught raptor according to California regulations?
• Is it permissible to hack a raptor in an area where other endangered or threatened species are present?
• Can a new falconry license be issued to a California resident, non-resident and non-US citizen?
• Is a falconry business allowed in California?
• When does a falconry license in California typically start and end?
• True or False: An Apprentice Falconer can substitute a falconry school program for the required experience.
• What type of training is required to become a falconer in California?
• How many years of falconry experience must an Apprentice Falconer have before advancing to General Falconer?
• What documentation must falconers carry while exercising their raptors?
• Which of the following is not required when preparing to release a wild caught raptor?
• Which factor disqualifies a falconer from taking the exam?
• What happens if an injury occurs to a raptor during trapping?
• Is special liability insurance required for falconers?
• If an unauthorized animal is killed by the raptor, what is the falconer's responsibility?
• Which of the following is NOT a permitted action for a falconer concerning Eagles?
• If a falconer transfers a wild-caught raptor to you that he caught this same year, will this capture count against whose yearly quota?
• If the rehabilitation raptor cannot be released back into the wild, how many days does the falconer have to transfer the raptor back to the rehabilitation place?
• How many months each year must an Apprentice Falconer practice falconry to advance?
• Wild raptors may be hacked for conditioning, but which type must have 2 transmitters on them?
• What types of birds are considered under California falconry regulations?
• True or False: A General Falconer may only have up to 2 wild caught raptors at any age.
• Are apprentices allowed to own an Eyass or imprinted raptor?
• What should a falconer do if a raptor is injured and cannot survive in the wild?