PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

AVIAN X LCD LAYOUT HEN TURKEY DECOY

Model AVX8011 - The Ultimate Spring Turkey Hunting Decoy

Revolutionary Realism for Unmatched Success

The Avian X LCD Layout Hen Turkey Decoy (AVX8011) represents the pinnacle of turkey decoy innovation, combining unparalleled realism with practical field functionality to create what many veteran turkey hunters consider the most effective hen decoy ever designed. This meticulously crafted breeding position hen triggers powerful instinctual responses in spring gobblers, consistently bringing even the wariest toms within range.

Developed through extensive field research and biological study, the LCD (Lifelike Collapsible Decoy) Layout Hen isn't just another turkey decoy – it's a comprehensive deception system based on the authentic breeding behavior of wild turkeys. Every aspect of this decoy, from the precisely colored feather detail to the anatomically correct breeding posture, has been engineered to create the perfect visual trigger for approaching gobblers.

Anatomical Perfection

The foundation of the Layout Hen's effectiveness begins with its anatomically precise design:

True-to-Life Dimensions: Based on exact measurements from real wild turkeys, the decoy maintains perfect proportions that even the most cautious gobblers find convincing.

Authentic Breeding Posture: The distinctive layout position – with lowered head, compressed body posture, and receptive positioning – precisely mimics a hen ready to breed, creating an irresistible visual attraction for dominant toms.

Realistic Head Position: The subtle angle of the head position perfectly replicates the submissive posture of a receptive hen, an important detail that experienced gobblers recognize.

Detailed Feather Reproduction: Unlike simplified decoys, the LCD Layout Hen features individually defined feathers with appropriate contours, edges, and overlaps that create a natural appearance from any angle.

Unmatched Visual Realism

Beyond the anatomical accuracy, Avian X has invested extraordinary attention to the visual authenticity of the Layout Hen:

Natural Color Palette: The subtle color variations, iridescent highlights, and intricate feather patterns are meticulously hand-painted to match wild turkey hens from various regions.

Non-Reflective Finish: The specialized paint system and rubberized material eliminate the unnatural shine that often betrays lesser decoys, maintaining a realistic appearance even in direct sunlight.

Subtle Texturing: The surface features light texturing that creates natural-looking shadows and highlights that change appropriately as the sun's position shifts throughout the morning hunt.

Weathered Appearance: Unlike the unnaturally pristine look of many decoys, the LCD Layout Hen incorporates subtle variations and natural wear patterns that match the appearance of real birds in spring.

Innovative LCD Technology

The proprietary LCD (Lifelike Collapsible Decoy) technology provides significant practical advantages over traditional rigid decoys:

Convenient Compression: The decoy can be easily collapsed to approximately 25% of its deployed size, making it practical to carry in a vest pocket or hunting pack without sacrificing realism when set up.

Memory Retention: Despite being fully collapsible, the specialized rubberized material instantly recovers its realistic shape when unpacked, maintaining anatomical accuracy hunt after hunt.

Silent Deployment: The soft, rubberized construction eliminates the noisy handling associated with hard plastic decoys, allowing for silent setup even in close proximity to roosted birds.

Natural Movement: The flexible material allows for subtle, lifelike movement with the slightest breeze, adding a critical element of realism without the unnatural spinning that can occur with lighter decoys.

Durable Field Performance

Designed by serious turkey hunters for the challenges of real hunting conditions, the Avian X LCD Layout Hen delivers exceptional durability:

Weather-Resistant Construction: The specialized rubberized material withstands rain, dew, and harsh field conditions without degrading or losing its realistic appearance.

UV-Resistant Finish: The specialized paint system resists fading from sun exposure, maintaining its authentic colors season after season.

Reinforced Stake Mount: The integrated mounting system provides stable anchoring even in windy conditions or challenging terrain.

Tear-Resistant Material: Unlike fragile foam or hollow plastic decoys, the rubberized construction resists punctures and tears when carried through thick cover or transported in hunting packs.

Practical Field Applications

The versatility of the Avian X LCD Layout Hen makes it effective across virtually all spring turkey hunting scenarios:

Traditional Setups: When positioned in open areas visible from distance, the layout hen creates a powerful visual attractant that can pull gobblers from hundreds of yards away.

Run-and-Gun Tactics: The collapsible design makes this decoy perfect for mobile hunting approaches, allowing quick setup when a gobbler responds to calling.

Blind Hunting: The breeding position is particularly effective when placed at appropriate distances from ground blinds or natural cover setups.

Challenging Birds: For pressured, decoy-shy gobblers that have been educated by hunting pressure, the ultra-realistic appearance and breeding posture often overcome their wariness.

Public Land Success: On heavily hunted public land, where turkeys quickly become suspicious of conventional decoys, the Layout Hen's exceptional realism continues to produce results.

Deadly Decoy Combinations

While effective as a standalone decoy, the Layout Hen's effectiveness can be amplified through strategic combinations:

Breeding Pair Setup: Placing the Layout Hen with a jake or subdominant gobbler decoy creates a scenario that often triggers aggressive responses from dominant toms.

Multiple Hen Configuration: Using the Layout Hen alongside feeding or upright hen decoys creates a natural flock appearance that appeals to approaching gobblers' expectations.

Territorial Challenge: When combined with a gobbler decoy in full strut, the Layout Hen creates a powerful territorial and breeding rights challenge that can bring dominant birds running.

The strategic versatility of the Layout Hen makes it adaptable to changing conditions throughout the spring season, from the early courtship phase through peak breeding and into the later hunting periods.

Expert-Developed Design

The Avian X LCD Layout Hen represents the culmination of decades of turkey hunting experience combined with biological expertise:

Field-Tested Evolution: The design has been refined through extensive field testing across various turkey subspecies, habitat types, and hunting pressure scenarios.

Biological Accuracy: Developed in consultation with wildlife biologists to ensure accurate representation of breeding behavior and physical characteris