What is a slip in falconry?

• A. A type of hunting stance
• B. Opportunity at quarry
• C. A release mechanism
• D. A training lure

Answer: (B)

In falconry, slip means releasing the trained bird to hunt, creating the opportunity for it to chase quarry. This is the best answer because it directly describes the act of letting the hawk go to pursue prey, which is what a slip is. It isn’t about how you stand or position yourself (a hunting stance), nor is it a release mechanism (a device that releases the bird), nor a training lure (used to practice returning or chasing a dummy). The slip is the moment the bird is freed to hunt and take advantage of the quarry.