Falconry has a long and noble history, stretching back more than 4,000 years. The practice is believed to have begun in the Arabian Desert, where hunters learned how to work with birds to catch prey. Merchants, traders, and Crusaders brought the practice to Asia and Europe, and, over time, it became popular with nobility, giving it the name “sport of kings.” In recent years, falconry has been recognized by UNESCO as part of the world’s Intangible Cultural Heritage collection.
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This article originally appeared in the October 2024 issue.
