Can falconers use trained raptors for hunting in California?

Using trained raptors for hunting in California is indeed permitted, as long as falconers adhere to state regulations. This is a core aspect of falconry, where the relationship between falconer and bird is symbiotic, allowing hunters to leverage the raptor's natural hunting abilities to catch game. Regulations are in place to ensure responsible and ethical use of these birds, including licensing, species restrictions, and designated hunting seasons to protect wildlife populations.

The other choices suggest restrictions or inaccuracies about the practice of falconry. The notion that falconers cannot use trained raptors at all overlooks the very essence of falconry as a legal and regulated hunting activity. Similarly, the idea that only untrained raptors can be used misconstrues the principles of falconry, which specifically involves the training of birds for this purpose. The answer proposing hunting only for specific types of game may imply unnecessary restrictions or misunderstandings of the comprehensive regulations that cover a range of game, provided they align with the overall legal framework of falconry in the state.