Early hunters used simple tactics like traps and stalking before the introduction of hunting decoys. “In the beginning, early humans used simple methods like traps and nets to catch these wily waterfowl birds. According to “The History of Duck Hunting”(Anycreek). These methods of hunting waterfowl were how early Americans such as Native Americans and fur trappers hunted. They were not very complex or thought through. These methods were moderately successful but not as effective as modern techniques.
Previous hunting technologies used bows and traps to kill animals so hunters now we have just evolved their strategies.“ Traditionally, hunting was done with chiseled stone tipped wooden spears and bows and arrows”(Milwaukee Public Museum). The Native American hunters were generally successful but they couldn't have very far attacks. So previously they rallied on patience and ancient strategies now they have evolved strategies.
Native Americans invented the duck decoy to draw their prey within reach of their weapons. ”The floating tule duck brings the flock within reach, and his people survive another day (George-Kane).” If a hunt was unsuccessful the tribe wouldn’t survive. So they invented the tile duck to bring them within reach.