Captive Raptor Management & Rehabilitation

Captive Raptor Management & Rehabilitation

A comprehensive practical reference on the care, management, and rehabilitation of captive and injured birds of prey. It covers the process from initial assessment and medical care through conditioning, training, and release, combining practical experience with scientific information for working with hawks, falcons, eagles, vultures, and owls.

Key Features

• Captive raptor management
• Rehabilitation of injured and starving birds
• Initial assessment and conditioning
• Raptor handling and housing
• Medication and veterinary care
• Training for hunting and flight
• Conditioning for release
• Molting and imping
• Care of feet, talons, and perches
• Raptor habitat and nesting
• Flight pens and rehabilitation facilities
• 85 detailed line drawings
• 100+ color photographs
• Practical veterinary insights
• International rehabilitation approaches