Which item helps prevent leash tangling in the field?

• A. Jesses
• B. Bath pan
• C. Swivel
• D. Creance

Answer: (C)

A swivel is the device that prevents leash tangling by letting the line rotate freely as the hawk moves. When the bird turns, winds, or changes direction, twists can build up in the line and cause it to wrap around the hawk, its legs, or objects in the field. A swivel sits between the creance (or leash) and the rest of the line, allowing each side to spin independently, so twists don’t accumulate. This keeps the line from tangling and reduces stress on the bird and gear.

Jesses are leg straps used to restrain or secure the hawk and don’t address line twisting. A bath pan is used for cleaning, not for preventing tangling. A creance is simply the long line used for flying the bird; without a swivel, it can still twist, but adding a swivel specifically to permit rotation is what prevents tangling.