Looking for great trophy Mountain Reedbuck hunting in South Africa? We have some of the best and most affordable Mountain Reedbuck hunting available in the entire country.
What is the cost of a Mountain Reedbuck hunting safari in South Africa? For the 2023 hunting season, our trophy fee for Mountain Reedbuck is $965.
Contact us today to book your Mountain Reedbuck hunting safari in South Africa.
Mountain Reedbuck Scientific Name: Redunca fulvorufula
What is a Mountain Reedbuck? Mountain Reedbuck are a small species of antelope that is found across most of southern and eastern South Africa. We only hunt Mountain Reedbuck on our hunting area in Mpumalanga Province.
Mountain Reedbuck are pretty small animals, with big full grown adults standing about 30″ tall at the shoulder and weighing around 60 pounds. Their coat consists of reddish brown hair with a white belly.
They are usually found in wooded areas of the mountainous regions of South Africa. Mountain Reedbuck are both browsing and grazing animals and their diet consists of both leaves and grasses. They are typically found in small herds of 5-6 animals consisting of a dominant male with several females.
How do you distinguish males from females when Mountain Reedbuck hunting? It is relatively easy to tell rams (males) from ewes (females) when Mountain Reedbuck hunting. Rams (center) are slightly bigger in the body and have horns, which ewes lack.
What is the best rifle caliber for Mountain Reedbuck hunting? Mountain Reedbuck are not large or particularly tough animals. Because of their relatively small size, cartridges in the .243 Winchester/6.5mm Mauser range are all good choices for Mountain Reedbuck hunting. The 7mm Mauser, .270 Winchester, 7mm-08 Remington, .308 Winchester, and .30-06 Springfield are all also excellent choices for trophy Mountain Reedbuck hunting in South Africa.
What is the best recommended Mountain Reedbuck shot placement? Shot placement on Mountain Reedbuck is pretty simple: aim at the center of the shoulder approximately 1/3 the way up the body. A good shot will quickly anchor the animal, saving you considerable time and effort later by avoiding a long follow up in the rough terrain that they usually call home.
Also, remember to adjust your aiming point accordingly if the Mountain Reedbuck is quartering towards or away from you (aim slightly forward if it is quartering towards you and slightly to the rear if it is quartering away).
What is the average shot distance when Mountain Reedbuck hunting in South Africa? Shots taken when Mountain Reedbuck hunting are often at short to moderate range: 50-250 yards.
What methods do you use when Mountain Reedbuck hunting? All of our Mountain Reedbuck hunts are conducted via spot and stalk. This usually involves glassing promising hillsides during the early morning or evening in hopes of spotting a nice male. Once spotted, we will try to get within shooting range without being spotted.
What is the best time of year for Mountain Reedbuck hunting in South Africa? Though Mountain Reedbuck are another species that may be successfully hunted virtually all year round, the months of March through October are the usually our best months for Mountain Reedbuck hunting in South Africa. Traditionally, we have taken our biggest Mountain Reedbuck between March and May.
What is your average trophy size of Mountain Reedbuck taken in South Africa when hunting with you? We have some of the best Mountain Reedbuck hunting in all of South Africa. The average trophy taken when Mountain Reedbuck hunting with us measures between 5 1/2 and 6″. We have had several hunters take a Mountain Reedbuck that meets the 6″ minimum for Rowland Ward, which is a truly outstanding specimen. Our biggest Mountain Reedbuck ever measured 7 1/4″ (pictured below), which is an absolutely incredible trophy and currently ranks #32 all-time in the SCI Record Book.
If you’re interested in going Mountain Reedbuck hunting in South Africa with us, please contact us for more information or to book your hunt.
