The act of calling a falconer’s bird back to them is called . . .

The act of calling a falconer’s bird back to them is referred to as recalling. This term is specifically used within falconry to denote the process of getting the bird to return to the falconer, usually by using a whistle or a vocal cue. Recalling is a critical skill that requires consistent training and positive reinforcement to ensure that the bird comes back reliably.

Other terms like training, commanding, and encouraging may relate to different aspects of working with birds in falconry, but they do not specifically describe the action of having the bird return to the falconer. Training encompasses a broader set of techniques and lessons that develop the bird's skills and behavior over time. Commanding suggests a more authoritative approach, while encouraging implies a supportive or motivating action, but neither of these terms accurately captures the specific action of getting the bird back. Recalling is the precise terminology used by falconers in this context.