How many decoys do you need for teal?

There’s usually no need for a huge spread of decoys during the early teal season. While Haydel has hunted over as few as three decoys and as many as 10 dozen, he says a dozen is generally about right.

Will teal decoy to mallard 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.

How do you set the decoys for teal?

Usually, you set decoys where you don’t want ducks to land and leave holes where you do want them to set down. With teal, you set the decoys where you want to take the shot, because that’s where the ducks will be. Add motion to your spread with a couple of spinners. It doesn’t matter if they’re teal or mallards.

Are Dakota decoys good?

Best decoys on the market, they are tough and look real. As a matter of fact, I think every other decoy company had to step up their game when Dakota Decoy came out on the market! They work great, especially on weary ducks that have seen a lot of spreads throughout the season.

What decoys to use for teal?

“It’s been my experience that hen mallard decoys work just as well as teal decoys,” he says. “The birds are still in eclipse plumage in September, so the drakes more closely resemble a hen mallard decoy than they do breeding-plumage teal decoys. Plus, we pay a premium for magnum and super-magnum decoys for late season.

What shot for teal?

Teal are rather easy to decoy, and most shots are within 20 to 30 yards. Therefore, an open-choke shotgun works better than a tight choke, especially with steel shot, which is required for hunting them.

Do teal like goose decoys?

“Teal respond well to decoys, especially spinning-wing decoys,” he says. “You don’t need an elaborate spread to have them kamikaze at your feet.”

Do teal land with mallards?

Mallards will swim among pintails, and flocks of teal will settle in with big ducks, but there are times when they seem to favor their own kind.

How do you attract teal?

Teal are highly attracted to spinning wing decoys so it is always a good idea to have one or two going in your decoy spread. Large spreads of decoys might be needed if there is competition on public grounds but most hunts can be run with two dozen decoys or less.

How do you target teal?

“Focus on the front end of the target,” he advised. “Look at the head and bill. That’s where you want to hit anyway, and it affords the best lead opportunity as you swing through and ahead, and touch off.” Although teal are small birds, they can be tough to kill.

Are Dakota decoys worth the money?

The packable line from Dakota Decoys is a fantastic all-around mallard decoy with a lot to offer. Whether you plan on getting out on only three or four hunts this season, or plan on grinding out dozens of hunts in every kind of weather, the Dakota Decoy X-Treme Packable decoys are worth a look.

Where are Dakota decoys made?

Dakota Decoy is in the southeast corner of South Dakota, residing on the last stretch of the “wild” Missouri River. These 45 miles of river is the last part of river that remains as natural as it once was as Lewis & Clark made their way through the Dakotas.

What is the best choke for teal?

Improved cylinder is a good choke choice for decoying teal, but when pass shooting, many waterfowlers prefer a modified choke. Teal are tougher than they look, despite their diminutive size.

Should you mix duck decoys?

As a new hunter interested in hunting puddle ducks, you’re in luck. Most of these species will usually approach a set of mallard decoys alone, so you don’t need to invest a ton of money right off the bat. But it definitely won’t hurt to mix a few other puddle duck decoys into your spread.

Who owns Dakota decoy?

Bill Willroth
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What size shot do you use for teal?

5 or No. 6 shot are ideal.

Do Teal like rivers?

Major Zone: Rivers The key to success is zeroing in on the still-water micro zones that teal prefer. Any bend in a flowing waterway will produce a backwash of calm water out of the main current.

Do teal and mallards go together?

It’s not uncommon to see bunches of mallards and teal feeding together, he says, so he will often group those species together. “Wood ducks, on the other hand, always seem to be doing their own thing,” Bard explains, “and I keep the black duck decoys separated from the other species as well.

Why is teal so popular?

The Appeal of Teal Today According to many polls, blue and green compete for the title of world’s favourite colour. They’re the Brangelina of the spectrum, with teal as the perfect middle ground, the happy medium, the sweet spot. In times so unstable, in a society so divided, the appeal of teal makes a lot of sense.

Do green and teal go together?

Richer, deeper shades of teal pair perfectly with bold greens while bright, medium shades of teal are great with blues or cool neutrals.

Where are Dave Smith decoys made?

Lebanon, Oregon
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