harris hawk

[collomk4 0]

hi all just wanting some advice built an bird aviary just before christmas and i dont know which sex to get does it matter which 1 is 1 better than the other this will be my first bird so just wanting some help and does the matter at all on the age of the bird

 

 

cheers craig

[stoaty1 35]

Male or female doesn't matter but I would only go for an eyass and train it yourself.

 

Males are smaller and therefore weight control has to be more precise. Unless you are flying hares on a regular basis then they will take the same as a female but they may loose a few head due to their smaller foot span, especially in the beginning. Once they have learnt their trade they know how to take quarry. Personally if I am flying in tight woodland then a male if fav as they can manouever slightly better. Females are bigger and carry more stopping power. Comes down to personall choice.

[EskdaleHawks 8]

Male Harris's can and will take all quarry the females can, with the exception of brown hares. I personally do not like flying brown hares with Harris's, due to the size and power of this quarry there is a very real risk of serious injury or even death to the bird. You'll certainly have more fun with a male and they are more ameanable. Start with a young bird and if you have not already done so, get yourself a mentor! If this is your first bird I hope you have got everything in place, Equipment, Food, shelter etc..... and that includes practicle experience BEFORE you get the bird. Good Luck!

[j j m 6,538]

mate get a good mentor and get all the equipment good luck

[collomk4 0]

thanks for that info realy great full

 

cheers all