Species
This bird is famous for its V-shaped migration formations.
A goose
This tool uses a reed to mimic bird sounds.
A duck or goose call
A shallow wetland with cattails and reeds—prime duck territory.
A marsh
This card or stamp must be signed and carried to hunt migratory birds in the U.S.
Federal Duck Stamp
Hunters use this type of structure filled with things like grass, corn stalks, or cattails to camouflage themselves from the waterfowl.
Layout Blind
This dabbling duck is the most commonly harvested duck in North America.
A Mallard
Hunters put this into their blinds to blend in
Corn stalks or grass
What is the best day to hunt birds, (hint: days that push ducks lower).
A windy day
Waterfowl hunters must use this type of non-toxic shot.
Steel Shot
Goose callers often use this short, rapid sequence to imitate excited birds.
Cluck/Double Cluck
What is a group of geese called on land or in water.
A gaggle
These lightweight, floating replicas attract flying waterfowl.
Decoys
Late-season geese often prefer this type of field with leftover grain.
Cornfield
Shooting before this daily time marker is illegal.
Legal shooting light/sunrise
The classic spread shape that mimics resting birds on calm water
Pod or Clump
This colorful drake is found in wooded swamps and is known for nesting in tree cavities.
A Wood Duck
This device helps retrieve downed birds without needing a boat.
Migrating ducks and geese follow these invisible seasonal travel routes.
Flyways
This organization governs migratory bird regulations nationwide.
U.S Fish and Wildlife service
The most popular gauge for modern waterfowl hunting
12 Gauge Shot gun
Known for its whistling wings, this fast-flying duck often buzzes hunters unexpectedly.
A teal
Some hunters wear this on their face to avoid the ducks or geese from seeing them
Face paint
Cold snaps often push birds south, an event hunters call this.
A migration push
A loaded gun in a boat violates this key safety rule about firearm transport.
Keeping the gun unloaded until ready to shoot
Famous spread is shaped like this letter for a reason
The letter J with the landing zone at the hook