Tosh Show My Falconer - Adam Baz
Sep 23, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Adam Baz, a professional falconer and bird biologist, shares his journey from bird biology to falconry. He discusses the unique methods of trapping wild hawks, including the quirky pantyhose technique. Adam reveals how raptors can be effective in pest control and explains his urban farm's role in this practice. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of treating these majestic birds as working animals, not pets, and offers tips on rescuing stunned birds. It's a fascinating glimpse into the world of falconry and its ecological benefits.
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Meet Jasper And Ozzy
- Adam introduced his hawk Jasper and owl Ozzy and described their temperaments during the show.
- He shared that Jasper is seven and explained captive raptors often live far longer than wild ones.
Falconry Is A Regulated Hunting Sport
- Falconry is fundamentally a 5,000-year-old hunting sport regulated as hunting today.
- Modern falconers must hold hunting and falconry licenses and typically hunt with their birds early in training.
Why Raptors Stay With Humans
- Adam explained birds return because of trust and predictable food, not affection.
- Consistent feeding makes captive raptors live decades longer than their wild counterparts.
