Falconry in 14th-century Kurdistan

According to Ibn Mankali's writings from the 14th century, the Kurds are said to be skilled in particular hawk species. The practice of falconry appears to have been common in Kurdistan, based on Ibn Mankali's designation of Kurdish regions and his association of specific birds with them.

Translated to English for the first time: 

As for the Darbandī, Sharwīnī, Anjārī, and Jakūrī hawks, they are most commonly found in the Ajami lands, from the districts around Hamadan to Mosul and Maragha. These breeds are particularly abundant in al-Jazīra, Akhlat, and the country of Hakkari. The Kurds hunt and train them, and they frequently remain in Kurdish hands for many years.