What decoys to use for mallards?
Most will be mallards, but one dozen will be black duck decoys for extra visibility. Black or dark-colored decoys stand out better. They’re easier for passing ducks to see, so I add these in to increase my spread’s visibility. “Also, sometimes I put out a couple of pairs of shovelers, maybe some pintails and some teal.
How many decoys does a mallard need?
On smaller, confined waters, a spread of six to 36 decoys should be sufficient. On larger waters or dry fields, hunters should put out as many decoys as practical. I never heard of anybody scaring ducks or geese away because they used too many decoys. Typically, the more, the merrier.
Will mallards decoy to teal decoys?
Mallard decoys work fine for teal. So, too, will a mix of mallards, wigeon, gadwall and shovelers. Again, the little ducks really don’t seem to care. Bigger decoys — that is, mallards — are just that: big.
Who makes the most realistic duck decoys?
1) Editor’s Choice: Avian-X AXF Walker Pack These decoys have extremely realistic body profiles and coloring that looks just like real Canadas. They come with individual bags (a small bag per decoy) to avoid rubbing down the flocking during transport.
Will mallards decoy to diver decoys?
One final diver decoy note: In many areas, you’ll find puddle ducks — especially mallards — mixed with divers. Puddlers will sometimes decoy to diver setups, but they usually just fly over them and land outside the spread. So, it’s never a bad idea to put a few mallard blocks to the side of your diver decoys.
Do I need decoys for duck hunting?
If you are going to hunt ducks in a serious manner, you’ll usually need at least two dozen decoys to start out. And more is better, since for waterfowl there is safety in numbers. Unless you throw your decoys in a boat and haul them around that way, you’ll need a good decoy bag or two for carrying them.
What duck decoys should I buy?
Many people use a mix of mallards, black ducks, and pintails for their visibility and good pulling power. As far as the number of decoys to use, 12 to 24 puddle duck decoys is a good range for most people, with fewer than 18 being about right for a solo hunter to set up alone.
What kind of duck decoys do I need?
What should I look for when buying duck decoys?
One important thing to consider is depth. Most dabbling ducks are hunted with decoys set in just a couple of feet of water or less, so 3-foot lines work fine. If you’ll be hunting deeper water than that, use lines that are long enough to still allow your decoy good movement.
