The Higdon Outdoors 17023 Magnum Feeder Mallards deliver authentic waterfowl attraction with their oversized profiles and natural feeding postures. These premium decoys feature detailed paint schemes and durable construction that withstands season after season of harsh marsh conditions. Duck hunters gain a significant advantage with decoys specifically designed to mimic the relaxed, confident behavior that draws wary mallards into shooting range.
What Makes This Different
The magnum sizing provides 25% more visibility than standard mallard decoys, creating a stronger visual presence that pulls birds from greater distances. Each decoy showcases hand-painted detail work with multiple drake and hen color variations that eliminate the unnatural uniformity common in budget spreads. The weighted keel design ensures proper positioning in current and wind conditions where lesser decoys tip or spin unnaturally.
Key Features
- Magnum-sized bodies for enhanced visibility and long-range attraction
- Authentic feeder head positions create natural, relaxed flock appearance
- Multi-color paint schemes include drake and hen variations for realistic diversity
- Weighted keel system maintains proper positioning in wind and current
- Durable hollow-body construction resists cracking in freezing temperatures
- Flocked heads reduce glare and add textural realism
- Compatible with standard decoy anchors and rigging systems
Field performance centers on the feeding postures that communicate safety and abundance to passing mallards. The head-down positions trigger the natural flocking instinct, encouraging birds to commit to the spread rather than circle suspiciously. These decoys maintain their paint integrity through UV exposure and repeated handling, ensuring consistent performance across multiple seasons. The hollow construction provides the authentic sound signature when birds land among the spread.
Technical Specs
- Species: Mallard drake and hen variations
- Size: Magnum profile, approximately 15% larger than life-size
- Construction: Hollow-body polymer with weighted keel
- Paint: Multi-coat UV-resistant finish with flocked head detail
- Package: 4 decoys with mixed drake/hen color schemes
- Weight: Balanced for stability without excessive anchor requirements
- Manufacturer: Higdon Outdoors, established waterfowl decoy specialist
This 4-pack provides the foundation for building effective mallard spreads that consistently draw birds within range. The combination of size, detail, and proven positioning makes these decoys essential equipment for serious waterfowl hunters seeking reliable performance in challenging conditions.