Electronic Calls or Bait Legal for Coyote and Predator Hunting

April 1, 2010

Question: I have been told it is illegal to use electronic calls for ducks and turkeys, but I was wondering if electronic calls or bait can be used for hunting coyotes or other predators. Also, I know there are restrictions on mechanical (electrical) decoys being used during the first portion of the duck season, but can a mechanical (moving/shaking) rabbit decoy be used for coyotes? (Mark, San Bruno)

Answer: Electronic calls (specifically authorized) and mechanically-moving rabbit decoys (not prohibited) may be used to take coyotes (California Code of Regulations Title 14, section 475).