Lesser Scaup: Identification, Habitat, Migration, and Hunting
Identify lesser scaup, learn about their migration and feeding behavior, and discover hunting tips for…
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Ruddy Duck: The Blue-Billed Diver Duck Most Hunters Overlook
Learn how to identify a ruddy duck, where it lives, how to hunt it, and…
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American Coot: Identification, Habitat, Conservation, and Hunting Tips
Learn about the American coot and why hunters should appreciate this unique and tasty waterbird…
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Ring-necked Duck (Aythya collaris): Identification, Habitat, Diet, and Hunting
The overlooked ring-necked duck is one of waterfowling’s most interesting—and tastiest—diving ducks The first ring-necked…
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How to Hunt Ring-necked Ducks: Habitat, Decoy Spreads, and Calling Tips
Learn how to find ring-necked duck habitat and hunt them using decoys and duck calls…
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Long-tailed Duck (Clangula hyemalis) Identification, Habitat, and Hunting
This tough North American sea duck species is built for cold water, deep dives, and…
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Shore Hunting Sea Ducks: Tactics for the Great Lakes and Coastal Waters
Watch the wind, find feeding areas, and use simple decoy setups to hunt long-tailed ducks,…
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The Surf Scoter (Melanitta perspicillata): An Eye-Catching Sea Duck
Learn about the surf scoter’s life history, range, conservation concerns, and how hunters pursue this…
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Hunting Geese From a Pit Blind
Field-tested lessons from decades of hunting Canada geese from a pit blind If you want…
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A Complete Guide to Marsh Hen Hunting: Habitat, Tactics, and Culture
Learn how to hunt marsh hens by timing the tides, navigating coastal marshes, and understanding…
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Guide to Hunting American Wigeon
A practical guide to decoying, calling, and scouting for one of the most forgiving puddle…
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North America’s Huntable Rails and Snipes
Learn about Sora, Wilson’s Snipe, Virginia Rail, and King Rail, all waterbirds hunters can pursue…
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Tactics for Hunting Wood Ducks in Skinny Water
Beaver ponds, thin creeks, or other small water in ruffed grouse habitat can hold wood…
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American Black Duck (Anas rubripes): An Elusive Yet Treasured Duck Species
Life history and habitat information about black ducks and the strong culture surrounding them. Life…
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Skinning and Plucking Waterfowl
Helpful tips for deciding when to skin and when to pluck ducks and geese If…
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Introduction to Hunting American Coot
Diversify your gamebag with these tips for scouting, hunting, and eating a familiar little waterbird,…
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Decoying Diver Ducks On A Budget
Scrounging resale markets, repainting used decoys, and setting up small spreads help hunters gain entry…
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A Guide to Hunting Black Ducks
Habitat, decoy setup, and shotgun recommendations for hunting the ever-wary black duck. When hunting in…
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Why Biologists Band Waterfowl
Biologists can gain valuable scientific information by banding ducks and geese across the North American…
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The Labrador Duck: A Tale of Modern Extinction
The Labrador Duck, an extinct black and white sea duck once found in North America,…
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History of the Sinkbox
Explore the rich history of sinkboxes, from their construction and purpose to their use, throughout…
