Abstract: A reed type of game call for attracting waterfowl, other birds and animals, the preferred embodiment particularly adapted for use in calling ducks. Raised ridges or ribs along the tone board surface operatively support the reed and thereby reduce reed malfunction caused by accumulation of moisture from condensate, saliva and spittle. The operator of the game call thus also has better control over the tone produced during repeated operation on a given occasion. The raised ridges, combined with an O-ring-type seal between the mouthpiece and sound assembly and a reed which tapers in width toward its distal end, permit the game call to be operated with less blowing effort by the caller.