Where to hunt Yellow-Backed Duiker
Duikers are found throughout sub-Saharan Africa and split into two main groups, the forest Duikers and those that inhabit the savannas. A forest Duiker found in primary, secondary, riverine and interspersed forests. This, the largest of the Duikers occurs in western and central Africa and can be hunted in Cameroon, Central African Republic and Zambia. Only one Outfitter has a listing for this species in Cameroon which can be found on BookYourHunt.
Price distribution
Cameroon offers the greatest variety of huntable Duikers, however most hunters add Yellow-backed Duiker to their trophy wish list during an 8 -15 day package hunt which normally includes Bongo and/or Forest Sitatunga. The additional trophy fee will cost approximately $1,650. This also excludes a hunting/license fee of €1600 per hunter. Prices for these hunts are often quoted in Euro.
When to hunt Yellow-Backed Duiker?
In the forested territories of the Cameroon the season runs from March 1 until the end of July. The best months for hunting Gabon Duiker are the dry months of April to June although their preferred habitat in the Cameroon is semi-deciduous, rain, riparian and montane forests. Although being active all day, they are best hunted at dawn or dusk when they are likely to be found feeding
Hunting methods All hunting methods (6)
Two successful hunting methods can be used if a trophy is not found during a walk and stalk. The first method is to conceal yourself in a likely place that may be visited by a Yellow-backed Duiker and wait patiently for one to arrive. The alternative method is likely to be more successful and that is have the trackers imitate the distress call of a small antelope. These inquisitive antelope are likely to come investigate and you will have an opportunity to take your shot.
Why hunt Yellow-Backed Duiker?
Of the 22 Duiker species, 17 are huntable. Although not big and dangerous, the Duikers take some serious hunting. Yellow-backed Duikers may be one of the easiest Duikers to hunt but still take time and patience to hunt. Yellow-backed Duikers make marvelous full mounts especially when mounted with a little bit of habitat. A Duiker collection may also comprise of skull mounts but to truly appreciate your efforts you need to consider full mounting most of your trophies to appreciate the different Duiker sizes and colours.
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