Falconry: Taita Falcon breakdown
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2024
- The Taita falcon is the most specialized falcon species in the world. Possessing a wide range of unusual psychical attributes and behaviors, this tiny African falcon, is so genetically closely related to peregrine falcons, that many argue it should be classified as a subspecies. Few falconers or biologists have written, published, or produced videos going into depth on Taita falcons, and what little information one can find is typically parroting what has already been said. This falconry video goes much deeper into Taita falcons and serves as sort of an all around breakdown of the species. I will have later videos sharing the Taita falcon's application in falconry and comparisons to other similarly sized hawks and falcons.
My most sincere THANK YOU to falconers Beau Parks, Nathan Norris and Chi Ma for making circumstances possible for me to be able to work with a Taita falcon and make videos like this.
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What an amazing video! The taita falcon is such a beauty of a falcon. I would very much like to see a video comparing the Taita, Merlin and American Kestrel. That is, the strengths and hunting styles between the three. As while they seem very similar in overall size, as you said their different proportions and methods vary greatly between the three.
Oh, of course, more video of her flying would be super, since she has all of these interesting adaptations. Thank you, and your cohort, for the extensive work!
The long awaited taita falcon video! I'm so excited to watch this!
Fantastic video Ben. Very interesting Falcon. Would love to see a Taita diving on a bat. The Corpuscular aspect appeals to me. Sounds to me like a media company documentary on the Taita would be awesome. A great evolutionary bird.
Great and informative video! I have not reacted to any of your videos for a while but I have some ideas. As an airline pilot, I have a particular interest in aerodynamics especially in raptors. I see that with such a high wing loading that some questions are begged such as; cliffs are small and high wing loading equals higher stall speeds requiring a way to handle that combination so, what adaptations do they posses to mitigate this? I noticed at 16:12 and 17:48, that the alula is proportionally longer and broader than most Peregrines. This feather is important to redirecting airflow like a slat on the leading edge of an aircraft which ads drag but delays stall onset. Do you have any particular thoughts/observation in regards to the Taita?
I have seen swifts and other birds fly through the direct flow of water cascading down from waterfalls....do these falcons fly through water in the chase? Do these birds strike their prey or just grab them on the wing? (I suspect a grab technique would be in order). Any thoughts on the comparison to Falco Rufigularis given similar prey choice in bats?
Thanks and keep up the amazing work!
Cheers,
Chris
Interesting Ben. Your right, the little info on Taita Falcons is nothing but repeats. I always thought they looked like little Peregrines.
As to tameness, I've had Merlins and Tiercel Prairies (all passage birds) that were tame as parrots after awhile. It was like they caught on to the whole falconry gig and would much rather be indoors with their human handlers as opposed to outdoors fighting the elements.
Anyway keep us updated. Interesting species for sure
This is a legendary video.
I was also hoping you could share a video of her flying in your training, people have always have been posting pictures with them sitting on their glove or perching but you never see a video that has shown a taita flying,
That would be great if you could show her flight characteristics.
I absolutely love seeing these sorts of comprehensive species-overview videos, and the Taita falcon is definitely a fascinating one! Would you consider making a video specifically about Spizaetus in falconry sometime in the future? I’ve seen references to them being great falconry birds but videos on them are nearly nonexistent.
I love this extended format. This niche raptor is fascinating for me because I find Swift's to be an exhilarating bird to watch. Their built to take insects in flight which requires extremely acrobatic performance. I also see bats performing amazing maneuvers to take insects. How cool this raptor is to be so capable at taking these difficult prey items!!❤
Fantastic again Ben!
Another great video! Your time and effort is absolutely noticed and so very much appreciated. No specific questions just now, but keep up the great work!
Great Video.
Many thanks
Have you ever thought about filming a whole video while a bird is on your fist? It would be cool to see a longer video of the taita falcon’s behavior and how she interacts with you. What an incredible bird, and a very interesting video 👍
I used to do that. It made the video cooler, but also made it harder to remember everything I wanted to state in the video because I kept looking over to see if the bird was going to bate. But I might start doing that again. It would definitely make the videos a bit more interesting.
Thank you very much. Yes, I enjoyed this. It had educational and stimulating effect. Never thought there could be a raptor species, with ecomorphological features so new to me.
Fascinating as always, thanks Ben👍
More more more! Absolutely fascinating!
I have a Taita falcon I get in September let me know if you want more info from other sources. I really appreciate all the work you are putting into this I have seen with mine the exact same temperament and mannerisms that you are talking about. Thanks for all your work on this!!!!
Let us know when you catch wild quarry with her. I'm going need to see video of it.
Could be even longer!
Great video... super interesting falcon.
Talking about this "ground" issue, I wonder if she would like to fly to a lure, in the air, and bring it to your fist? That might seem a very natural "mode" for her?
As, usual, no expert, hopefully, though, a creative thinker 🇨🇦🐻❄️
I’ve never heard off this bird before thanks fantastic info
Another fascinating video. I would love to see some footage of you flying her Ben. When you do fly her.
I love longer vids like this!
Wow, what great detailed anatomical information about this bird, Ben! Thank you, this is so interesting!!! I was thinking kestrel size, but the Taita body is so much stockier. Fascinating adaptations of the Taita 😊 Tamer ❤
Hey Ben, love the channel! I had an idea for a video... is the best way just to ask about it here or is there a better way to send you a question? Thanks for all your hard work and great content!
I had to laugh. You're referencing the 1600's, 1700's, and 1800's while videos of old mast/sail ships are gliding along at several knots, sails put away, under combustible fuel power LOL. Such a joy to see you getting to dive into this from a scientific standpoint, past just a falconer perspective.
It is a falcon equivalent of A Ferruginous Hawk/Eagle. Big head, short tail, long narrow wings and short feet.
Off-topic, but what do you think of the Cooper's Hawk getting a rename and do you think we should push for the black-capped hawk when they do whatever polling is supposed to happen?
Ben excellent piece of work look forward more info on your Taita. Question what age is she, observation looks similar to a peregrine x aplomado falcon other than the tail. Brilliant thanks 👍
Would LOVE to fly one on doves!
How fast are Taitafalcons ?
I mean swifts are incredible fast so Taitafalcons have to keep up or have to be faster ?!
Is the speed comparable with those of the Peregrine ?
YEAH LETS GO! MORE BIRD CONTENT
Make video on red naped Shaheen
I want to so badly. I just need a way to get some good footage of one. I have a few pictures, but no footage. Need to find someone who would let me film their red nape. Otherwise it is a video with great info, but the boring background of me the whole time.
Great video. On an unrelated subject you will be able to stop explaining Harris hawk vs Harris's hawk in the not too distant future. If you haven't seen or heard about it yet they are renaming all bird names that contain a person's name. I wonder what they are going to come up with?
I am probably going to do a video about that in the next month and a half
Ben have you ever seen birds appear in the sky out of thin air?
Not legitimately so, other than an experience I had at Skinwalker Ranch.
How are you going to meet her need for a waterfall ? What a requirement for a aviary!
They are fine living without one. Their reason in the wild has to do with the prey that waterfalls bring in, as opposed to a physical need they themselves have.
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