Why are shotguns useful for hunting fast-flying birds?

The shot spread makes hitting moving targets easier.

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  1. The shot spread makes hitting moving targets easier ✔
  2. They reload automatically
  3. They fire a single long-range bullet

Why: The spreading cluster of pellets helps connect with agile, fast-moving birds without overpenetration risk.

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Answer: The shot spread makes hitting moving targets easier. The spreading cluster of pellets helps connect with agile, fast-moving birds without overpenetration risk.

  1. Shotgun en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shotgun
    this makes shotguns useful primarily for hunting fast-flying birds and other agile small/medium-sized game
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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