What type of trap is commonly considered ineffective for catching a Red-tailed Hawk?

The mist net is generally considered ineffective for catching a Red-tailed Hawk because it is designed primarily for capturing small, passerine birds. Mist nets are fine mesh nets that rely on entanglement as the primary method of capture and are more suitable for smaller birds that can easily become entangled.

Red-tailed Hawks, being larger birds of prey, can often see the net and fly over or around it rather than becoming ensnared. Additionally, they possess strong flight capabilities and can navigate through areas where these nets might be placed without getting caught.

In contrast, traps like the Dho-gazza, Phai-trap, and Bal-chatri are specifically designed for capturing raptors or larger birds and are more effective at utilizing bait or other strategies to lure these birds into a trapping mechanism.