When hunting steenbuck in Africa, this little antelope forms part of the Tiny Ten. It is important to stalk carefully when steenbuck hunting. The norm is that the steenbuck will lie in wait until the very last moment before starting and running off at great speed. It often runs a short distance before turning to look back and deciding to continue its flight. This affords a good opportunity for you to take your shot on your African steenbuck hunt. Somerby Safaris prides itself on our outstanding and varied hunting areas that are perfect for steenbuck hunting. Our professional hunters are excellent in hunting the tiny ten antelope and will guide you all the way in getting the trophy steenbuck that you desire. When hunting steenbuck in South Africa with Somerby Safaris, the hunts take place in the Free State, Limpopo and Kalahari.
The steenbuck is a small antelope, slim and elegant with a short head with large ears and long legs. The usual colour is a reddish brown with light/white under parts. The insides of the ears are white with black stripes. Only the males have horns. They have an average shoulder height of 22 inches and an average weight of 22 pounds.
Steenbuck are hunted in the Free State, Limpopo and Kalahari of South Africa.
They can be found in the open grassveld with patches of tall grass or scattered bush for shelter, avoiding mountainous areas.
Hunting steenbuck can be challenging as they never give you much time before they flee. Suitable calibers are .22-.308, or a shotgun.
When hunting steenbuck in Africa, go for the heart-lung shot placement on side-on presentation. Aim approximately one-third to one-half up the front of the body, right behind the foreleg.
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