4 Common Calls (and Their Specializations)
What is each turkey call known for? These four popular calls work differently from each other and serve different purposes on a hunt.
1. Box Calls
Box calls are a wonderful beginner call for turkey hunters. They are easy to operate, and their vocals sound very realistic.
With different grips, you can sound like more than just one turkey. This type of call is considered a “friction call.”
Most box calls are made of wood and make noise when creating friction using the paddle. Box calls are often louder than other turkey calls, making them ideal when the woods are fairly quiet.
2. Push-and-Pull Calls
Push-and-pull calls, once mastered, are very consistent. These calls are known for their consistent sounds that pressure a bird to respond or react.
However, these calls are often overlooked by experts – but they can be very useful for beginner hunters.
Push-and-pull calls can cut into almost any condition with loud, realistic vocals. Most of these calls have a wide assortment of vocalizations they can make, making them an excellent call for beginners.
3. Diaphragm Calls
This call is often referred to as a mouth call and is one of the most inexpensive yet overused calls in the woods. Although it can be very handy, as it is small and easy to carry around for a long day in the woods, these calls take quite a bit more practice.
You work a diaphragm call by using your tongue against the rubber at the roof of your mouth. Nevertheless, although you may not be using this call right away, it is not bad to purchase and practice with one daily since they are small and fairly cheap to buy.
4. Crow Calls
A crow call is ideal when trying to locate a turkey and get a response. This call almost forces a gobbler to answer, helping you easily target his location.
One of the best times to use this call is when the woods are almost silent, with no activity. At this time, the turkey is most likely irritated from the lack of mating action and will respond.
Therefore, if your hunting day is going slow for the most part, pull out your crow call and get to locating those birds.
