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As sun height changes, adjust your calling strategy to mimic coyote behavior, transitioning from a more urgent, high-pitched tone during early morning to a softer, more relaxed tone in the late afternoon.
Adjusting Calling Tones for Sun Height
When the sun is low in the morning, coyotes are more active and vocal, so use a higher-pitched, more urgent call to mimic their communication. This tone typically falls between 2,000 and 3,000 Hz. As the sun rises and reaches its peak, transition to a softer, more relaxed call around 1,000 to 2,000 Hz, which is more suitable for midday coyote behavior.
Using the Environment to Your Advantage
Pay attention to your surroundings and adjust your calls accordingly. In open areas, a higher-pitched call can travel farther, while in dense vegetation, a softer call is more effective. Use the terrain to your advantage by placing calls near water sources, food, or other coyote-attracting features. This will help you reach your target audience and increase the likelihood of a response.
Timing Your Calls
In the late afternoon, when the sun is low again, coyotes tend to become more active and vocal. Use this time to make softer calls, around 1,000 to 2,000 Hz, to mimic their evening communication. Space your calls 5-10 minutes apart to avoid startling the coyotes and allow them to respond naturally.
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