The Haydel's Long Range Baby Jackrabbit (BJ-85) is built to command attention in the field. When you are hunting expansive terrain or dealing with high winds, you need a call that projects power, authenticity, and volume. This call mimics the desperate, high-decibel distress cries of a young jackrabbit, a sound that serves as a primary "dinner bell" for coyotes, bobcats, and mountain lions. Its ability to cut through the elements makes it an essential asset for hunters looking to pull predators from the deepest canyons or across the largest open flats.
Designed with Haydel's signature open-reed technology, the BJ-85 is as easy to use as it is effective. The call requires very little air pressure to produce an incredibly realistic and jarring distress sequence, allowing you to focus on your surroundings rather than complex calling techniques. Built to survive the dust, heat, and cold of the western predator hunting landscape, this call is a reliable workhorse designed to stand the test of time.
Why It Outperforms the Competition:
- Superior Sound Projection: Engineered for maximum volume, ensuring your distress sequence reaches predators at distances where other calls fade out.
- Unmatched Realism: Perfectly captures the specific pitch of a distressed jackrabbit, triggering the hard-wired hunting instincts of apex predators.
- Versatile Performance: The closed-reed system allows for easy modulation, so you can transition from high-volume screams to subtle, close-range distress sounds.
- Rugged Haydel’s Build: Durable construction that resists moisture buildup and remains functional in the harshest outdoor environments.
Technical Specifications:
- Brand: Haydel's Game Calls, Inc.
- Product Model: Long Range Baby Jackrabbit (BJ-85)
- Call Type: Distress Mouth Call
- Target Use: Coyote, Bobcat, and Predator Hunting
Haydel's BJ-85 Baby Jackrabbit FAQ
This call is ideal for early morning and late evening sets. Its long-range projection makes it perfect for the first 10 minutes of a stand, helping you clear out any predators that may be within a mile of your position.
As you see a predator commit to coming in, reduce your breath pressure significantly and use your hand to cup over the call, which muffles the sound and simulates a wounded prey animal that is slowly losing its ability to scream.
Yes. While coyotes respond well to the loud, aggressive nature of the BJ-85, bobcats are also highly attracted to it. Use a steady, repetitive, and lower-volume sequence if you suspect a cat is nearby.
Absolutely. The closed-reed design is very forgiving. If you can vary your air pulses and intensity, you will produce effective jackrabbit sounds very quickly.
