Sambar Deer Hunt - (Rusa unicolor)

Description

Sambar were introduced into Australia many times between 1861 and 1912. They are often regarded as solitary animals and are almost never found in herds. They are semi-nocturnal preferring to remain hidden during the day. Sambar can hybridise with Rusa and produce fertile offspring.

They can also easily swim with their bodies fully submerged and only their head above water. Feral sambar are a growing pest threat. They can cause damage to forestry plantations, ornamental gardens and can damage farm fences/gates. They can compete with livestock for pasture, are a major motorway hazard due to the size and semi-nocturnal behaviour. They also damage native vegetation and sensitive habitats.

Sambar are Australia’s largest feral deer species. Males may grow to 2.4 m long and weigh 300 kg, and females may grow to 2.4 m long and weigh 230 kg. Their coat is coarse and uniform in colour that varies from red-brown to almost black, but predominately dark brown. Antlers may grow up to 75cm in length and they have a distinctive honking/ barking calls when alarmed. (Information sourced from DeerScan)

Sambar deer hunts will be accompanied by a professional guide and will be a stalk style hunt. Your guide will carry all necessary safety equipment including a GPS and first aid kit as well as a backup firearm.

PRICING (AUD): 

• Stag or Doe (per day): $550.00

INCLUSIONS: 

• Transport supplied from your own accommodation.
• Professional Guide

Extras: 

• Caping Fee – Shoulder Mount $250.00
• Skull Prep $250.00
• Airport Transfer – each day $150.00