What are the key ingredients in a deer attractant?

Deer and roe deer attractants are carefully formulated blends designed to attract these animals by exploiting their olfactory and gustatory senses. Primarily used by hunters and wildlife observers, these products contain a combination of natural and artificial ingredients. Each component plays a specific role, from the mineral salts necessary for their health to the sweet and fruity aromas that stimulate their appetite. By understanding the food and behavioral preferences of deer and roe deer, manufacturers have developed attractants that effectively and reliably attract and keep them in a given area.

 

 

Mineral salts

Mineral salts are essential for the health of deer, and they actively seek them to supplement their diet. The types of salts used include:

- Rock salt (sodium chloride): Attracts deer with its salty taste.

- Sea salt: Contains a variety of minerals in addition to sodium, such as magnesium and potassium.

- Calcium phosphate: Helps with bone and antler formation.

- Magnesium: Important for various bodily functions.

Sugar and molasses

Sweet products are particularly attractive to deer because of their taste:

- Molasses: Rich in sugars, it has a strong odor and a sweet taste. It is often mixed with other ingredients to increase attractiveness.

- Brown sugar: Used for its flavor and to attract deer.

Apple and other fruits

Fruit aromas and pieces are very effective:

- Apple: Deer love apples, and apple extracts or dried apple pieces are commonly used.

- Other fruits: Pear, blackberry, grape, etc., can be used in the form of concentrate or dried pieces.

Artificial flavorings and aromas

Attractants may contain artificial flavors to simulate natural odors:

- Vanilla: Very effective due to its strong odor.

- Sweet corn: A favorite among deer.

- Banana and cherry: Sometimes used to vary the attractants.

Cornmeal and other grains

Grains are a high-energy food source:

- Cornmeal: Appetizing and energetic, often used as a base for attractants.

- Oats: Rich in nutrients.

- Wheat: Another source of carbohydrates.

Deer urine

Deer urine, especially that of females in heat, is very powerful:

- Doe urine in heat: Used to attract males during the rutting season.

- Buck urine: Can be used to create a sense of territorial competition.

Essential oils

Essential oils are used for their strong odor:

- Anise oil: Very effective in attracting deer from a distance.

- Peppermint oil: Sometimes used to vary the attractants.

Amino acids

Some attractants include amino acids to stimulate appetite:

- Glutamine: Can increase appetite and attract deer.

Scent glands

Extracts of scent glands can make an attractant more effective:

- Interdigital glands: Used to simulate the natural odor of deer.

- Preorbital glands: Used to mark territories and attract deer.

Other ingredients

Other components may be added to improve attractiveness:

- Nuts and seeds: Rich in fats and very appetizing.

- Dried vegetables: Such as peas or beans, to vary the diet.

- Earthy aromas: To simulate the odor of the soil and make the attractants more natural.

Using the deer and roe deer attractant from Hunt Attract is considered the best solution. This product is designed to attract deer and roe deer in very large areas for optimal results. Its odor and flavor, appreciated by deer and roe deer, make it an essential tool for hunters. Moreover, its products guarantee 100% success, with an intense and persistent odor adapted to all seasons for continuous and effective use.

Product compliant with current standards and respectful of the environment, this attractant is economical in terms of yield, each bag contains enough bait to attract a large number of deer and roe deer. Hermetic packaging ensuring optimal conservation over several years at the base but this duration of use will depend on the user. Easy to use, simply disperse the baits according to the instructions for use. The deer and roe deer attractant is entirely composed of ingredients of natural origin.