Hunting Mountain Reedbuck in South Africa
Mountain Reedbuck form herds of up to 8 animals.
Mountain Reedbuck Characteristics
Scientific Name : Redunca Fulvorufula
Weight : 19-30 kg
Shoulder Height : 70-80cm
Breeding Season : Throughout the year
Minimum Rifle Calibre : .243
IDENTIFICATION: Mountain Reedbuck are a medium-sized antelope with black scent spots below the ears. The colour of the body is a greyish colour with a red sheen with a white underbelly. The horns are ridged, around 15.2 cm long and curve forwards. Only the males carry horns.
HABITAT: As the name implies they are found on rocky mountain slopes and plateau grasslands with scrubs and rocks that are used for cover.
BREEDING: 1 calf is born after gestation period of 8 months (238 days). Majority of young are born between November and January.
DIET: The Mountain Reedbuck grazes and drink early in the morning and late afternoon and rests in the shade during the hottest part of the day.
CHARACTERISTICS: Mountain Reedbuck form herds of up to 8 animals with one male and juveniles and females. The young rams are usually found alone or in small bachelor groups and only join the females to mate.