Why Falcon Eyes Are Covered?

These birds have an extra eyelid that moves from side to side and is partially translucent, allowing them to see through it while still enjoying its protection. They also have a ridge over their eyes to shade them from the sun, and and special bones in their skull to keep the eyes in place when making sudden moves.

Why do they cover falcon eyes?

Training the falcons

The hood is put over the head of the bird to cover its eyes, thereby helping them calm down. To avoid causing discomfort to the bird, hoods are made out of soft leather. ... The training prepares the Falcon to dive down on the prey, attack them, and then carry the prey and take flight.

Why do they put blinders on Hawks?

"Rufter" is the traditional European falconry term for a trapping hood. The purpose of a hood is to calm the bird. These birds are so visually oriented that they are not fearful of what they cannot see. ... Hoods protect the bird and allow ease of control of situations that otherwise could be startling to the bird.