Hunting a trophy mountain reedbuck
Hunting Mountain reedbuck (Redunca fulvorulula)
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Best recommended caliber to hunt |
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Mountain reedbuck |
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223, 243, 270, 308, 30-06 |
Hunting notes when hunting mountain reedbuck:
Hunting the mountain reedbuck happens mostly in areas that their name implies: in mountains. This member of the Tiny 10 group of antelope is a nimble mountaineer. When alarmed it has a high pitched, short whistle that instantly attracts the attention of the whole heard.
When surprized, a solitary male will run about a 100 yards, stop, turn broad side and present a shot for a few seconds. It is during this time that the hunter should be on the shooting sticks.
They are small and non-descript but a worthy challenge to hunt.
The best recommended caliber to hunt mountain reedbuck with is a 243 and up.
The average shooting distance when hunting the mountain reedbuck is 100 – 180 yards.
Description:
This is another non-descript mountain dwelling smaller antelope. The upper body and back are a dull gray and the belly a pure white. Hair on the head and neck is usually a yellowish gray. The elongated ears are narrow.
The bushy tail is gray on top and white underneath. When in flight the tail is held upright displaying the white part rather prominently. The horns of the males are rather stout, short and curve forward. When hunting the mountain reedbuck, the hunter must have patience, good eyes and a good flat-shooting rifle. These are small agile animals that will present a shot at a distance that the animal judges to be safe.
Habitat:
The mountain reedbuck is limited to mountainous and rocky regions.
Reproduction:
A single lamb is born mainly during the summer months of October – January, but is not limited to a specific time.
General:
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Gestation period |
About 240 days |
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Average shoulder height |
28” – 30” |
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Average weight |
Males / rams |
65 lbs |
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Females / ewes |
40 lbs |
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Horns |
Only the males have horns |
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