Should hawks be made too tame according to falconry principles?

In falconry, the management of a hawk's tameness is a balance that must be struck for both practical and ethical reasons. The correct response emphasizes that there is no need for concern about tameness in the sense of making a hawk overly domesticated. Hawks are wild birds that possess innate instincts essential for their well-being and effectiveness as hunters.

When a hawk is overly tamed, it may lose some of its natural hunting instincts and the ability to react to wild prey, which diminishes its capability as a falconry bird. Falconry practices focus on training that fosters a working relationship between the falconer and the bird while still respecting its wild nature. Tameness should be sufficient to allow for handling and cooperation during hunts, but not so extreme that it results in a loss of the bird's essential wilderness traits.

Additionally, by not prioritizing excessive tameness, the hawk can maintain its responsiveness, health, and natural behavior, ensuring a more successful hunting experience. Thus, an appropriate amount of tameness leads to a functional partnership while preserving the hawk's inherent wildness.