Why Most Coyote Control Efforts FAIL (And What Actually Works) | Dr. Mike Chamberlain
From The Final Howl by Zach Figert / Final Howl LLC
April 9, 2026 · 1h 35m · Episode 45
About this episode
Dr. Mike Chamberlain discusses the effectiveness of coyote control efforts and their impact on turkey populations.
Can you actually control the coyote population—and does it even make a difference for turkeys? Dr. Mike Chamberlain joins The Final Howl Podcast to break down what works, what doesn’t, and what most hunters misunderstand. On this episode of The Final Howl Podcast, Zach is joined by renowned turkey biologist Dr. Mike Chamberlain to tackle one of the most debated topics in the hunting world—coyote control and its real impact on turkey populations. Dr. Chamberlain shares research-backed insight on predator management, explaining when control efforts can be effective, where they fall short, and why coyotes are so difficult to manage long-term. The conversation dives into how predators affect turkey populations, separating myth from science and giving hunters a clearer understanding of what’s actually happening in the field. They also discuss the current state of wild turkeys across the country, the challenges they’re facing, and how predator pressure fits into the bigger picture. Dr. Chamberlain breaks down the research he’s actively involved in and how it’s shaping the future of turkey management. One of the most exciting parts of the episode is the new Wild Turkey DNA Project—a…
People in this episode
Host: Zach Figert
Guest: Dr. Mike Chamberlain
Topics covered
- coyote control
- turkey populations
- predator management
- hunting
- wildlife conservation
Keywords
- coyote control
- turkey management
- predator pressure
- wild turkey DNA Project
- hunting misconceptions
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Organizations: Final Howl LLC
Books & works: The Final Howl Podcast
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