As a beginner hunter, it is important to understand which animals are easier to hunt. Attempting to hunt large animals without experience can be extremely dangerous. Typically, smaller animals are easier to aim at and hit. Let's explore some animals that are considered easy targets for hunting.

Turkey

Turkeys are large, giving you a large target to aim at. They also tend to gather in large swarms, which means you still have options if you miss it on your first try. These turkeys are slow and easy to catch.

Ducks

Ducks may be the quintessential hunting animal and the perfect choice for beginners. For starters, you'll usually gather a large number of people, so your chances of getting one are much greater. Another reason why ducks are the best choice is that they will come to you. This can be a waiting process, but there are many tools you can invest in to resolve the issue faster.

It's all about setup. You need a good place to hide - blinds. You can then use decoys and duck callers on the water to trick the birds into landing. Finally, make sure you have steel pellets or other non-lead pellets in your shotgun. These pellets spread out when fired, making it easier to hit flying targets—sometimes you can even hit more than one bird with the same shot.

Rabbit

Obtaining a rabbit can be a relatively easy challenge. You can also bring along a hunting dog, which can disturb rabbits in their burrows and lead them outdoors.

When hunting rabbits, remember that they are fast. You only have a split second between spotting them and them disappearing to aim and fire. The good news is that you can train for this type of hunting by moving to a different location and shooting at the target as soon as you stop. You'll learn to predict where a rabbit will be and how to quickly get your attention.

Deer

For those new to big game hunting, deer can be one of the easiest targets. While they present a large target, it's crucial to have confidence in your ability to make a clean, quick kill. It's best to take the animal down with your first shot or have it drop immediately to avoid a prolonged chase. Keep in mind that deer can be easily spooked, but they often pause before running away, offering you a prime opportunity to take aim and fire.

The difficult thing about harvesting deer is that you actually have to do some hunting. This requires wearing the right clothes, making sure your scent is right for the woods, and knowing you can shoot from a considerable distance. You'll also need to stalk them without letting them know you're in the area, otherwise, they'll run away as soon as they sense your presence. As a beginner, you should go with someone who has tracking experience and knows how to field dress a deer to make it easier to bring home your kill.