Significantly more bird species than mammals live in our nature. Some of these bird species are huntable game and have a hunting season or are protected all year round. Other species are not subject to hunting rights and are therefore protected. These circumstances require the hunter to have a high level of species-specific expertise in the field in addition to knowledge of general biology. Not only must he be able to safely address the individual species, but he also needs in-depth knowledge of the way of life and the habitat, nutrition and reproduction. Knowledge of detection methods, predators and the needs of particularly sensitive species such as the grouse are elementary building blocks for care and conservation of the species. There is also a risk of confusion with some species due to similarities, which makes extensive specialist knowledge essential for practical hunting .

The numerous illustrations in this training booklet and the detailed descriptions of the body characteristics of the individual bird species make it easier to learn how to address them safely. Attention is also paid to the language of the huntsman, which should also be mastered for the hunter's examination. With the help of the feathered game booklet you not only get through the hunter's test safely - you also have the tools for later practical hunting!

The entire learning and examination material for this subject is compiled in the Feathered learning booklet. Important learning material relevant to the exam is highlighted in red. The learning material is clearly structured and divided into small learning units. Numerous tables and summaries facilitate learning. To deepen your knowledge, you will find QR codes at the end of each chapter that link to numerous multiple-choice questions, educational games and videos.

Contents

• Basic information about feathered game
• biology of birds
• Description of the individual bird species (habitat, occurrence, food, reproduction, brood care, special features, etc.
  – chicken birds
  – Snipe Birds​​​​​​​
  – gull-like​​​​​​​
  – wild pigeons​​​​​​​
  – herons/bustards
  – Rails/grebes
  – Corvids
  – duck relatives
  – Geese and swans
  – birds of prey