Hunting a trophy oribi
Hunting a trophy oribi (Ourebia ourebi ourebi)
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Best recommended caliber to hunt |
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Oribi |
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223, 243, 270, 308, 30-06, 375 with a solid round |
Hunting notes when hunting oribi:
Hunting the oribi takes place in its preferred habitat of open terrain. Another member of the Tiny 10, the oribi resembles an oversized steenbuck with a lighter colored coat. They like to hide in tall grass and will lay down until they feel unsafe before taking off at speed.
A slow stalk using whatever cover is available usually has the desired result. Bear in mind that a number of grass stalks can be in the way when a shot is taken, so mark the spot well where the animal was standing when the shot was fired. Once startled, the oribi will dash away, stop and present a broad side shot. The hunter should be ready at that point as it will most likely be the last opportunity presented.
The best suggested caliber for hunting oribi is the 243 and up, refraining from using ultra high velocity calibers like the 300 Ultra Mag because of trophy damage.
The average shooting distance when hunting the oribi is 80 – 120 yards.
Description:
Color varies between a yellow rusty-brown to a dirty brown on the back and upper areas with a contrasting pure white under carriage. A striking white stripe occurs on both sides of the nostrils and above the eyebrow. It is considered to be part of the Tiny Ten.
Habitat:
They are exclusively limited to open grass plains, flood plains and marsh areas. Oribi cannot withstand competition from other antelope species. They need short grass (3” – 16”) interspersed with tall grass for cover.
Reproduction:
A territorial male (ram) will mate with 1 – 2 females (ewes) and lambs are mainly born from November – February.
General:
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Gestation period |
A single lamb is born after 7 months.
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Average shoulder height |
Males |
20” – 26” |
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Females / ewes |
20” – 24” |
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Average weight |
Males |
15 lbs – 30 lbs |
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Females / ewes |
20 lbs – 35 lbs |
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Horns |
Only the males have horns |
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