To prevent an American Kestrel from carrying, what should you use?

Using a weighted lure line is an effective method to prevent an American Kestrel from carrying. When a hawk carries their catch, they can fly off with it, making retrieval difficult and potentially leading to loss of the bird or the quarry. A weighted lure line provides resistance, making it more challenging for the bird to take off with the lure. This technique helps maintain control of the bird during training sessions and ensures that the falconer can manage the bird's actions effectively.

The use of a lightweight lure, while it might seem appealing for attracting the bird, does not address the issue of carrying. Only flying the bird when it is in yarak focuses on the bird’s mental state but does not solve the issue of preventing carrying during training. Utilizing a halsband, which is a device used to control the bird’s head position, may assist in certain training scenarios, but it does not directly prevent the act of carrying. Therefore, employing a weighted lure line is the most practical solution for managing this behavior with an American Kestrel.