All is Fair Game at Reece African Safari

The wildebeest is an African native, with the black kind being the rarer of the two. While these animals usually frequent the plains area, hunting them without setting off a stampede takes precise skill. 

With ridged and curved horns, the blesbok or blesbuck gets its name from the mark on its face. These antelopes may be called ‘common’ but they’re anything besides that. Pursuing these animals is hunting rite of passage. 

Think of these as the albino sibling of the white blesbok. A mutative section of their DNA makes these creatures a beautiful creamy white, but that’s where the similarities end. Look for these in the same areas! 

The blue wildebeest looks like something out of a child’s imagination, as their color is unique amongst the animal kingdom. They’re much more common than black wildebeests, though which is why you can add them to your list of trophies easily!

A relative of the Blesbok, these animals are medium-sized antelopes with the same blaze-shaped face mark. While once considered rare, this species is now thriving in the South African part of the continent! 

Not all members of the antelope family are easy to catch; these smaller relatives of the species can shake off predators with its immense speed and navigation skills. They can even try to intimidate you! 

Just like their boar relatives all over the world, the African bush pig is an aggressive and angry behavior when confronted. Their unwelcoming temperament can definitely be tricky during the night hunts! 

This member of the feline family is also found in the Middle East! Their distinctive furry ears and face marking, as well as their strangely small size are what distinguish them from the rest of the jungle cats. 

This easy-to-find antelope is attracted to water bodies, which is why a hunt for them will take you to the floodplains of the Eastern Free State. Their horns tend to be straighter than the others, but formidable nonetheless!

Duikers are smallest of all the antelopes on the African continent. With horns that rival a baby goat’s, the blue duiker’s pelt is a unique color that makes for an interesting trophy from your hunting adventures!

The grey duiker is probably the most common of them all, although these creatures are larger than their blue relatives. They tend to laze around and prefer their own company, so if you spot one, make sure you aim right!

The red duiker is the middleman! Their lovely brownish-red fur blends easily in earthy areas, which is why you should head to denser forest areas to locate one of these graceful creatures. 

This mammoth-esque member of the antelope family can sometimes even weigh over 2000 pounds! With sharp, straight horns and sturdy legs, these creatures can try and outrun you pretty easily. Stealth is key here!

This Eland is perhaps not as huge as the Cape Eland but is definitely as regal. With ridged strips across its back and some serious stamina, hunting these beauties can be quite a challenge, even for an experienced hunter. 

Who doesn’t know what a giraffe is? These long-necked majestic creatures can evade people easily because of their stealthy movements and hyper-sensitive sound and smell. Cornering one of these is not a piece of cake!

This one is our top choice for experienced hunters who like a bit of a challenge. Their preferred habitats are hilly regions, which is why a rhebuck hunt can be tiring and difficult to complete!

Originally native to Europe, the fallow deer is often easy to find because of its flexibility in existing anywhere. Their wide multi-pointed horns are a clear marker and make them easy to spot in the plains area. 

This species of animal looks intimidating, with large sharp horns and fierce markings on its face. Well, you’d be right to be cautious about it, as the gemsbok survives in one of the hottest, driest environments on the continent, the Kalahari Desert. 

Impalas are probably one of the most popular choices for beginner African hunts due to the easy availability of these creatures. Look for their signature curved horns; you can’t miss ‘em!  

Jackals are known for being cunning and fast. These animals resemble wild dogs or foxes and are easily spooked when in pursuit their prey. Their black backs are their most visible markers. 

This flexible and sturdy creature shouldn’t be spooked during a hunt! Their name comes from how the jump from one boulder to the other in hilly areas to make their escape. 

Named in the local language, the Kudu’s gigantic spiraled horns and stripy pelt make them easy to spot and are a unique hunting trophy for you! Just be careful not to get to close or they may spot you and become aggressive. 

This subspecies from the antelope tribe is an animal that thrives on ranches, which is why you can find them in South Africa in the first place! Their ridged and smoothly curved horns make for a magnificent hunting trophy. 

These deer-seized creatures inhabit diverse areas: from sub-Saharan parts of Africa to the plains. Their sturdy legs can help them make a quick getaway so make sure you don’t make any noise when stalking them. 

No, this isn’t the lioness from Lion King! With shaggy fur and quirky markings on the face, body and shins; hunting this creature can be satisfying to add to your collection. 

Ever seen one of these in the golden hour as the sun sets? The sight is one to behold, as their red fur catches the light. Just make sure you don’t become too visible during the hunt, because these animals are surprisingly fast!

These antelopes are just about a little bit smaller than the elands. However, they’re very rare to find, but if you do locate one, they’ll be grazing in the plain areas. 

These slight goat-sized animals are also rare, which is why experienced African hunters are often on the look for them. Their stick-like horns give them away, as well as their tufty tail.

When you think of Africa, ostriches are probably the singular bird that comes to mind. Watch out for these as a special collection item, but beware of their tempers and sharp beaks that will most certainly attack you. 

This black and white member of the animal kingdom is prized for its uniquely shaped horns. Hunters that look for these should be prepared to deal with its furious temper when cornered!

Springboks aren’t naturally black: this color is the result of a mutative gene. This mid-size antelope can be found during the day in drier areas, away from water bodies. 

The common springbok or springbuck is a common catch for hunters that frequent the plains in the Free State. If you’re a serious hunter, you have to cross this creature off your list!

Perhaps the stateliest of the springboks, the white version of this species has the same distinctive horns and flattened ears of its siblings. 

This hyper-sensitive member of the antelope family requires the stealthiest tread. Hunters often pursue these animals for the bragging rights of being able to capture one of these beauties. 

Another antelope named in the local language, this one is far from graceful. While they can be very swift, despite their size, you can catch them unawares if you know what you’re doing. 

Named because of its love for water, these bucks are known for their glossy fur and white backside. The floodplains are the perfect place to look for this majestic animal.

Warthogs are aggressive animals that have keen tusks that they’re not afraid to use. Confront one of these and prepare to get charged and possibly injured. Downing one of these is an impressive accolade. 

Zebras are another distinctively African mammal. Their signature white stripes and ruffled mane make them a prized trophy for African hunters. The savanna is the place to be when looking for these beautiful creatures. 

The mountain zebra is perhaps a little less beautiful, but a prized catch nonetheless. With a leaner body and no conspicuous mane, find these mammals in East Cape or Namibia.