Blackbuck Hunting
Argentina

Q: When is the hunting season for Blackbucks?

Similar to other large game species, the hunting season in Argentina for Blackbucks lasts from March to November. Blackbucks are diurnal animals, which means that they are mainly active during the day. This activity tends to slow down around noon, especially as the days start to get hotter around the summer months. If hunting during summer, it is best to go out during the morning hours while the Blackbucks are at their most active.

Q: What do Blackbucks look like?

Blackbucks are about 29-33 inches tall. Males can weigh anywhere from 44–126 pounds, while females are smaller and generally weigh anywhere from 44–73 pounds. While the males are the ones with the long, ringed, spiral horns, some females can actually develop horns as well. Male blackbuck horns are long (14-30 inches) and ringed.

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Season: March – July

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One-on-one guiding

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BLACKBUCK FAQ's

Where in Argentina can I hunt Blackbucks? Are Blackbucks easy to hunt? When is the hunting season for Blackbucks? What do Blackbucks look like?

Where in Argentina can I hunt Blackbucks?

La Pampa is a popular area in Argentina to hunt Blackbuck. The terrain of La Pampa is mostly flat with some areas of rolling hills, so hunters tend to find this region much easier for hunting than other regions of Argentina. Blackbucks are herbivores that graze on low grasses. They can generally be found in grassy plains or in thinly forested areas. Read The History of Blackbuck Hunting in Argentina.

Are Blackbucks easy to hunt?

Blackbucks are some of the fastest animals in the world. They can run as fast as 50 miles per hour and are considered to be the second fastest animal in the world, next to the Cheetah. Many hunters who hunt Blackbucks prefer the still hunting method. This method consists of waiting within shooting distance of a spot where you know Blackbucks will pass. Blackbucks are commonly found in cattle breeding areas, so that is a great area to set up and wait for a herd to pass.

When is the hunting season for Blackbucks?

Similar to other large game species, the hunting season in Argentina for Blackbucks lasts from March to November. Blackbucks are diurnal animals, which means that they are mainly active during the day. This activity tends to slow down around noon, especially as the days start to get hotter around the summer months. If hunting during summer, it is best to go out during the morning hours while the Blackbucks are at their most active.

What do Blackbucks look like?

About the Blackbuck

Blackbuck can be identified by their

Black and white coat
Fast and agile runner
Open grassland habitat
Male horns up to 28 inches

The Blackbuck in Argentina

Approximately 6,000-8,000 Blackbuck in Argentina
Best time to hunt is March to October
Primarily found in the provinces of La Pampa and Santiago del Estero
Blackbuck have a lifespan of up to 16 years in the wild

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Blackbuck shot placement

The ideal shot placement is in the chest area, directly behind the shoulder. Aim for the center of the chest to hit the vital organs, including the heart and lungs, for a quick and effective kill. It's important to avoid shooting too far forward or too far back, as this can result in a non-fatal wound that may be difficult to recover. For larger Blackbuck, a shot placed slightly higher in the neck area can also be effective. The recommended range to hunt Blackbuck is between 50-150 yards, depending on the terrain and your shooting ability.

Making use of the Blackbuck

30-40 pounds of usable meat
Hide ~5-7 sq ft
Horns for knife handles or ornaments
Taxidermy Trophy

The History of BLACKBUCK Hunting in Argentina

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THE BLACKBUCK PHOTO GALLERY

March 2022 El Carrizal, La Pampa hunting gallery

March 2022 El Carrizal, La Pampa hunting gallery (1)

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Guns & Ammunition

As to plains game, we suggest riffles such as 7 mm RM or 300 WM caliber, fitted with a good scope. For water buffalo we recommend 375 HH caliber or bigger. For birdshooting 20 Ga. semi-automatic models are specially recommended. South American Adventure Safaris will provide premium quality ammunitions in 12 or 20 Ga. For 16, 28 and 410 calibers, please, order them in advance.

Munitions and cartridges will have to be dispatched in a hard box by separate as a registered baggage.

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La Pampa, PE

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Wind Gust: 3 mph

Visibility: 10 km

Sunrise: 6:03 am

Sunset: 5:39 pm

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