Instrument long used for hunting, the call allows humans to imitate animals of the plains and forests. It serves as a decoy to attract a particular species. The sound or noise reproduced lures the surrounding wildlife. The presence of humans in the undergrowth or at the edge of the forest goes less well known.
The animal in question reacts to the perceived sound without showing suspicion. It then systematically heads towards your area. This type of accessory, essential for hunting trips, also allows a certain proximity to nature. Bird enthusiasts can thus hope to approach their favorite bird as closely as possible.
There are different types calls . Each one more ingenious than the last, they are designed to make the called species react without alarming other animals. Useful for finding and approaching prey without frightening it, animal calls made it possible to return with game for the meal.
Today, they offer the opportunity to observe nature up close and connect with your favorite species. A presentation of some characteristic bird calls and their specific functions.
The call, a caller to develop your natural side
The first bird calls were made from natural materials. Fruit pits and reeds provided infinitely renewable materials. Their manufacture required a certain level of skill. Animal calls, then intended for hunting, deteriorated quickly.
In 1868, the decoy became a durable instrument accessible to all. The handcrafted nature of the call guarantees simple and effective use for beginners. Today, the call can be used by children. It offers educational opportunities for discovering and observing animal behavior. The instruments initiate a fun learning experience.
At first, young children can learn to recognize different species based on their distinctive sounds. They will then be able to spot them more easily: the animal tends to approach the caller even if it keeps its distance, and children will enjoy recognizing its morphological characteristics.
The mouth call is easy to use. It allows you to approach wild animals in their natural environment. The birds are not frightened and come towards you with confidence. A buzzard call allows for mid-flight photography. With a little patience, you will get shots worthy of naturalists. Animal calls make hikes more lively.
The specificity of each call to attract different species
Each call is designed to reproduce the sound of a species or family of birds . The mouth call is the most common type. It takes the form of a whistle of varying length. The buzzard call is made of wood. Some calls have a complex internal structure. The duck call, for example, has a double reed. It entertains young and old alike at the edge of a pond.
It sometimes offers the chance to discover the duck followed by its ducklings. The shapes of the call vary from one instrument to another. To attract the blackbird, you must say "co..." three times, blowing at regular intervals. You will need a little practice to make the call intended for the tawny owl vibrate.
For hunting season, deer calls require two or three long blasts. If you have several deer calls, there's a wooden storage box to hold the "chilets" in your collection. You can keep the memories of your forest outings and the unique encounters you may have had there intact. Some models are for use in the garden, while others require a specific environment.
Animal calls sometimes prevent you from going deep into swamps: the prey comes towards you while you remain hidden in your cabin. The call allows you to seek out game in the heart of nature. Even a timid species can be called with this small, custom-made instrument. It is the result of extensive observation of different species.
Before being imitated, the call must be tamed by man. It is then reconstituted in its singularity with materials of different natures. It demonstrates a certain respect of the hunter towards his prey even if the lure remains an end in itself.
The bird call, a French-made, artisanal instrument
The size of most calls allows you to take an instrument with you on every walk in the forest. Easy to carry, the mouth call can be used in the middle of the woods as well as on hiking trails. It fits in your hand and then slips into your game bag. It always creates wonder. It places you at the heart of nature's secrets. It demonstrates the complexity of animal language and their interest in their fellow creatures.
Some animal calls feature several different parts to achieve a sound close to the natural model. To imitate the chirping of a sparrow in your garden, a brass whistle isn't enough: you need to add a leather bellows and horsehair inside the instrument. Each call distributed by Manufrance is the work of artisanal expertise. The manufacture of each instrument is the result of a long French tradition.
A thorough knowledge of the species and their behavior in the wild is essential for the effectiveness of the sound decoy. Each element of the call responds to the sonic characteristics of the birds and mammals present in the forest. We give you access to exceptional animal calls. You are purchasing a reliable and durable instrument. The robustness of the instrument is commensurate with the environment it will traverse.
The sound caller is much more than an animal decoy. A true instrument of life, it requires expertise and know-how. Sharing a passion for nature is at the heart of the call-making process. Hunters and wildlife enthusiasts alike will appreciate the close proximity to the animals hidden in the undergrowth.