When is the live-lure allowed to be used according to falconry guidelines?

Using a live lure in falconry is a regulated practice, primarily to ensure the health and welfare of both the raptor and the prey involved. The idea behind allowing live lures only in emergency situations is that the use of live prey is generally not encouraged outside of specific and critical contexts. When a raptor is training or hunting, its primary interaction should be with non-living lures to promote proper hunting instincts and techniques without unnecessary stress on wildlife.

In emergencies, if a falconer finds themselves in a situation where their raptor isn't responding properly or if a session is not yielding results, a live lure may be employed to stimulate the raptor's hunting instinct. This approach is generally limited to ensuring the animal's well-being and not as a standard practice.

Understanding this helps to highlight the importance of ethical practices in falconry, prioritizing the natural behavior of the raptor while also considering the conservation and treatment of live animals.