Hunting Roan in South Africa

Hunting Roan in South Africa - Hunter's Notes

When hunting roan antelope, do not underestimate the power of your rifle. Trophy roan are sizeable, resilient and aggressive, and may pose potential danger. It is recommended to look for spoor around the water holes on your roan hunting adventure and seize the opportunity at first light they are feeding in the open. The bulls can be lofty and not difficult to approach. Practice caution and always be at the ready, as they may decide to charge. Somerby Safaris has years of experience in hunting roan in a safe and effective manner, in one of our beautiful and species-rich concessions. Our experienced and skilled professional hunters will take the utmost care to guide you on an out of this world roan hunting adventure. Hunting roan in South Africa with Somerby Safaris will take place in the Free State and Kalahari. A true collector’s specie.

Hunting Roan in South Africa - Characteristics

Identification

A roan’s body colour is overall fawn, with the lower parts of the legs dark brown to black. The distinctive black and white facial markings are characteristic features of this species. They have long pointed ears. Both sexes have heavily ringed scimitar-shaped horns. Bulls weigh 600 pounds and measures 55 inches at the shoulder. They have long tufted tails.

Hunting Areas -

Free State and Kalahari in South Africa.

Habitat -

Roan have very specific requirements: open savannah with large stretches of medium to tall grass and sufficient water. They are very sensitive to any change in habitat such as bush encroachment and overutilization of grass. They avoid thickets and areas with short grass or forest.

Weight
600 POUNDS

Horn/Tusk Length
25 INCHES

SCI Score
SCI MINIMUM SCORE OF 68

Hunting Roan in South Africa - Shot Placement and Caliber

The lowest that you could go would be the .270 Win. The best calibers for hunting roan antelope are a .338 magnum, 9.3mm or the always reliable .375 H&H.

The high heart/lung shot will be best for the side-on presentation - straight up the front leg one-third into the body and shoot. Aim through the center of the neck where it joins the body if you seek the neck/spinal shot. For a full frontal shot, place the bullet dead in the center of the chest. Be extremely careful when hunting the roan antelope, as this large beast can be exceptionally dangerous.

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Hunting Roan in South Africa - Enquire

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Hunting Roan in South Africa

Hunting Roan in South Africa - Hunter's Notes

Hunting Roan in South Africa - Characteristics

Hunting Roan in South Africa - Shot Placement and Caliber

Hunting Roan in South Africa - Gallery

Hunting Roan in South Africa - Enquire

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