What is the purpose of a bath pan?

• A. Cleaning and washing
• B. Drinking and bathing
• C. Training and recall
• D. Weight monitoring

Answer: (B)

In falconry, a bath pan is there to give the bird access to water for both drinking and bathing. Regular bathing helps keep the plumage in good condition by letting the bird rinse off dust and parasites, distribute preen oil, and keep feathers aligned. It also helps with temperature regulation, especially after activity or in warm weather. The pan is usually shallow and placed where the bird can easily step in and out. It’s not meant for cleaning the bird after hunts, nor is it used for training or recalling, and weight monitoring is done with a scale, not a bath pan.