Abatement activities in falconry primarily involve

• A. Breeding raptors for sale
• B. Exporting raptors
• C. Controlling nuisance wildlife using raptors
• D. Training raptors for show

Answer: (C)

Abatement activities in falconry are about using trained birds of prey to deter or reduce nuisance wildlife, providing a non-lethal way to manage pests that damage crops, threaten livestock, or create hazards in places like airports and urban areas. The falconer uses the raptor’s natural hunting and deterrent presence to control populations of pest species such as pigeons, geese, or small mammals, aligning wildlife management with practical human needs. This focus on reducing or deterring nuisance wildlife distinguishes abatement from breeding raptors for sale, exporting birds, or training for show, which are about production, trade, or entertainment rather than practical wildlife control.