Hunting firearms are typically RIFLES, which are long guns with a spiral groove cut into the inner surface of the gun barrel. This groove, known as rifling, causes the bullet to spin as it is fired, increasing accuracy and range. RIFLES are the most common type of hunting firearm, and are used for hunting large game such as deer, elk, and bear. Shotguns are also used for hunting, but are more commonly used for smaller game such as birds and rabbits.