2015 Duck Numbers are looking up!

The latest reports from the breeding grounds are in and the over duck population surveys are still heading up despite the habitat going down.   The almighty mallard has shown an increase but biologist are predicting a more mature population of ducks for this migration.   Green wing teal have the biggest increase in numbers this year and have made and incredible rebound over the past 10 years.   All of this is great news to start off this years waterfowl season with a teal hunt.  While this year’s survey results were very favorable, when and where waterfowl will be encountered this fall depends on many factors. Food availability and the condition and distribution of water resources all influence local duck and goose abundance, distribution, behavior, and ultimately, hunter success.   In the Illinois river bottoms most public areas and private clubs have lost duck food sources to the extreme June rains and flooding.  This could lead to better field hunting for ducks earlier in the season.  For all your waterfowling needs go to Presleys Outdoors.