Description
The BioAmmo Dove and Pigeon 12 GA 8 Shot is a heavy dove and pigeon load from BioAmmo, a manufacturer focused on biodegradable shotgun shells. Each 2-3/4 inch shell carries 1-1/4 ounces of #8 lead shot, and both the hull and the wad are designed to be plastic free and biodegradable. Each box holds 25 rounds.
Why Choose the BioAmmo Dove and Pigeon 12 GA 8 Shot
Traditional shotshells leave behind plastic hulls and wads that can remain on fields and in wetlands for decades. BioAmmo builds its shells with a zero plastic hull and a plastic free wad, so the components that end up on the ground are designed to break down naturally.
The load itself is serious. A 1-1/4 ounce payload of #8 shot is heavy for a 2-3/4 inch shell and puts a large number of pellets in the pattern, which suits fast, small targets such as doves and pigeons.
For shooters who hunt leased land, private farms or sensitive habitat, eco friendly dove loads like these can also help keep landowners happy by leaving less litter behind.
Field Notes for the BioAmmo Dove and Pigeon 12 GA 8 Shot
A heavy 1-1/4 ounce load recoils more than standard 1 or 1-1/8 ounce dove shells. Hunters shooting a lot of birds in a day may want a gas-operated semi-auto and a good recoil pad.
Pigeons are tougher than doves and often shot at longer range. The heavy payload helps, but many pigeon shooters prefer #7.5 or #6 shot for the toughest birds. For doves over decoys, #8 is an excellent choice.
This is a lead load. Some public lands and dove fields require non-toxic shot, so check the rules where you hunt. Store shells in a dry place, since biodegradable components are designed to break down when exposed to the elements.
BioAmmo Dove and Pigeon 12 GA 8 Shot Specifications
- Brand: BioAmmo
- Line: HB Dove and Pigeon
- Gauge: 12 GA
- Shell Length: 2-3/4 inch
- Payload: 1-1/4 oz lead
- Shot Size: #8
- Hull and Wad: plastic free, biodegradable
- Rounds per Box: 25
- UPC: 8436590222706
Who Should Buy This Load
Dove and pigeon hunters who want a heavy, dense-patterning load and care about leaving less plastic behind will appreciate this BioAmmo shell. It also works well for a round of clays before the hunt.
Specialty biodegradable shells can cost a bit more than standard plastic hulls, and they should be stored carefully away from moisture. For most shooters, the environmental benefit is worth it.
Browse the MAG5 Firearms ammunition selection for more dove and upland loads, and learn more about BioAmmo components.
Pick up your hulls anyway when you can. Even biodegradable components take time to break down, and a clean field is appreciated by landowners and other hunters.
Pattern this heavy load before the season, since dense #8 patterns can be very tight through modified or full chokes at close range.
Who it is for: 12 gauge dove and pigeon hunters who want a heavy #8 load with biodegradable, plastic free components. Follow all federal, state and local hunting regulations when using this ammunition.
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