Hunting Reedbuck, Mountain In South Africa

About the Species

The Mountain Reedbuck is a medium-sized, graceful and shy antelope. Their fur is predominantly grey, but the head and shoulders are a reddish-brown. It has a fluffy white tail and striking white underparts. Forward curved horns are only found on rams. This species has long narrow ears.

About the Hunt

The Mountain Reedbuck is a more demanding game animal to hunt than the other Reedbuck species in Africa. The hunter will find these animals much warier, lives on more difficult terrain, and its smaller body size makes it a difficult target.

Habitat

Dry rocky slopes of mountains and hills with sufficient grass and shelter such as scattered trees and shrubs. Usually avoids open plateaus and peaks. Dependent on water.

Shoulder Height:  29 inches

Weight:  65 pounds

Horn Length:  6 inches