Turkeys Can Hear Too.
Turkey Hunting Tip:
The wild turkey is famous for having good eyesight. But don’t forget that the turkey also has great hearing. As a turkey hunter you should always be aware of the sounds you make as you are walking and sitting. If you walk through dry leaves searching for gobblers, make sure you walk as quietly as possible. While sitting, the same is true, any movement that makes noise can be detected by the elusive bird. Remember, the turkey can hear a soft cluck from hundreds of yards away so any noise you make needs to be kept to a minimum.
I have had gobblers from a distance respond to the slightest of calls. Sometimes when I have least expected as I was just attempting to quietly test the call. As a matter of fact I have had pretty good success calling turkeys while intentionally making each call sound as quiet as I could. You may find that being quiet will work towards your advantage for a successful hunt. So take this turkey hunting tip with you the next time you go into the woods. Don’t over look the turkeys keen hearing ability.
