Antelopes are, without question, amongst the fastest game animals in North America. Often called the pronghorn antelope, or simply the pronghorn, they are a different form of challenge compared to deer and elk, although even novice hunters can find a high probability of success when hunting them.
As with any hunt, it is the wise hunter that attempts to learn all he can concerning the animal he is about to hunt, more so if they are used to hunting other animals.
Pronghorn antelope, so called due to the forward pointing tines on their horns, are plains animals. They are well adapted for speed and are able to see long distances; this means they can spot a hunter further and escape faster than whitetail deer. Also they are able to conserve the water inside their bodies, and will not always be found near bodies of water. Also unlike whitetail deer, they are creatures of habit, often frequenting the same areas from day to day, unless they are merely passing through an area. Pronghorn can consume different forms of vegetation, but have a preference for flowers and fruit.
Scouting is the second part to hunting successfully, and is linked to the study of the animal. When possible, scout before the beginning of the hunting season, finding the time to actually be there; maps are a good idea, but nothing beats personally scouting the hunting ground. Scouting should take note of feeding grounds, escape routes, and specially patterns of behavior of the herd, being attentive to the preferences of pronghorn.
Scouting is also a good time to search for campsites, rest sites and work areas, in addition to paths to the pronghorn's feeding grounds and back. Scouting could also let you come across and document trophy animals and their habits.
High-quality binoculars or scopes help negate the sight advantage of antelopes, and are also actually useful during scouting and through the actual hunt.
As mentioned before, pronghorn are creatures of habit, and creating a plan for the hunt ought not to be all too difficult. At best you will be aware, at the very least have an idea, where the herd is and any trophy animals are through the day. Ambushes may very well be easier to put together along the paths pronghorn take to travel.
It's still best to be prepared for any adjustments to the plan, like weather and the presence of other hunters, so that you return with a successful hunt.
As with any hunt, it is the wise hunter that attempts to learn all he can concerning the animal he is about to hunt, more so if they are used to hunting other animals.
Pronghorn antelope, so called due to the forward pointing tines on their horns, are plains animals. They are well adapted for speed and are able to see long distances; this means they can spot a hunter further and escape faster than whitetail deer. Also they are able to conserve the water inside their bodies, and will not always be found near bodies of water. Also unlike whitetail deer, they are creatures of habit, often frequenting the same areas from day to day, unless they are merely passing through an area. Pronghorn can consume different forms of vegetation, but have a preference for flowers and fruit.
Scouting is the second part to hunting successfully, and is linked to the study of the animal. When possible, scout before the beginning of the hunting season, finding the time to actually be there; maps are a good idea, but nothing beats personally scouting the hunting ground. Scouting should take note of feeding grounds, escape routes, and specially patterns of behavior of the herd, being attentive to the preferences of pronghorn.
Scouting is also a good time to search for campsites, rest sites and work areas, in addition to paths to the pronghorn's feeding grounds and back. Scouting could also let you come across and document trophy animals and their habits.
High-quality binoculars or scopes help negate the sight advantage of antelopes, and are also actually useful during scouting and through the actual hunt.
As mentioned before, pronghorn are creatures of habit, and creating a plan for the hunt ought not to be all too difficult. At best you will be aware, at the very least have an idea, where the herd is and any trophy animals are through the day. Ambushes may very well be easier to put together along the paths pronghorn take to travel.
It's still best to be prepared for any adjustments to the plan, like weather and the presence of other hunters, so that you return with a successful hunt.
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