Harnessed Bushbuck hunting

A chestnut red colour with a prominent white harness from which it derives its name, also has spots and stripes on its flanks. The Harnessed Bushbuck is found in a broad band from Western Africa across to Central Africa, more specifically from Senegal to the Congo. It is available for hunting in the Central African Republic and numerous outfitters have them available in Burkina Faso and Cameroon.

Seek out a territory that has good Bushbuck habitat. They are secretive by nature and reside in the densest cover possible. Finding a good trophy can be quite difficult as the best trophies disappear at first light and only come out at last light. Stalking along river beds, reed banks and the edges of forest and thickets normally provide the best results. Always ensure the wind is in your favour as it quite often swirls around in these thickets. Another advantage is to hunt with the sun on your back as this helps you see your quarry better in the poor light. Once alarmed the Bushbuck will bark and make off for the densest of thickets.