Cape BushbuckCape Bushbuck (Tragelaphus scritpus) can be hunted in the KwaZulu-Natal Province of South Africa. There are hunting packages available from Mkhamba Safaris which include Cape Bushbuck hunting opportunities. Description Bushbuck are one of the smaller species of antelope hunted by Mkhamba Safaris. They belong to the spiraled horned group of antelopes. The males vary in colour depending on habitat, from a reddish fawn to dark brown, almost black. Females are a reddish fawn colour with NO horns. Only the males of this species have horns. Size The males have a shoulder height of up to 80cm and will weigh up to 50kg Habits These antelope have specialized habitat requirements. They are always found in habitats associated with riverine and other thickets of bush, in close proximity to water. They are very shy animals, and are often found solitary or in small groups. The Hunt Like the other spiraled horned antelopes, Bushbuck are best hunted in the early mornings or late afternoon. Glassing (studying an area with binoculars) with binoculars on the edges of thick bush, one will often find them coming out of the bush to sun themselves in the morning sun. Lots of these animals are assassinated, by waiting in hiding for them to emerge this way, rather than stalking them. Minimum Caliber Rifle Required Any caliber rifle from a 270 Win upwards will do the job adequately. Minimum Requirements for: S.C.I. - 31 inches Roland Ward - 15 inches Cites Restrictions There are NO cites restrictions on the hunting of the Cape Bushbuck. |