The Different Types of Game Calls 

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Hunting calls are devices used to mimic the sounds made by animals to attract them to a specific location. 

The primary purpose of hunting calls is to attract game toward the hunter, making it easier to get a clear shot.

Turkey Calls

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A hands-free, easy-to-work mouth call that produces a range of realistic turkey sounds.

Deer Calls

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A deer can grunt, rattle, bleat and snort wheeze. Of all the sounds a deer can make, a deer call will make one of these four sounds.

Duck Calls

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A duck call is like a traditional whistle made to emulate the sound of a duck. There are many other variations and techniques to make effective sounds with a duck call.

Elk Calls

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Elk hunters can use handheld or mouth elk calls to imitate these sounds and attract elk, especially during the rut. There are different types of elk calls, such as chirps, mews, bugles, and calf mews.

Predator Calls

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A predator call is a mechanical or electronic device used to attract predators by imitating the sounds of their natural prey.  The two main types are those that imitate another predator’s call and those that imitate the sounds made by prey in distress.

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Using hunting calls can be an effective tool to attract game toward you and increase your chances of success on your hunting trips.