How much does it cost to shoot an aoudad?

How much does it cost to shoot an aoudad?

Free-range aoudad hunts will range from $3,500-$8,500.

What caliber is best for Aoudad hunting?

30 caliber
We recommend any good, flat shooting caliber that you are comfortable shooting. Something 30 caliber or better is preferred and we recommend having your rifle sighted in and shooting 2″ high at 100 yards which should put you dead on at the distances we’re typically shooting at.

Do you need a hunting license to hunt Aoudad in Texas?

You MUST possess a valid, current hunting license issued by the Texas Parks & Wildlife to hunt aoudad in the state of Texas. For residents, this is a type 101 license and the cost is $25. For non-residents (out of state hunters) the license is a type 157 – 5 day special hunting license and the cost is $48.

What is considered a trophy aoudad?

Most hunters and exotic game ranchers consider a trophy size Aoudad to be anything that measures over 26-27″, which makes quite an impressive mount.

Is there a season for aoudad in Texas?

Season. Hunting season for aoudad is open year round however, we schedule our hunts mainly from December-March and this is for a couple of reasons. One is it gets awfully hot in this country and by hunting during this time, conditions and temps are very enjoyable (30-40 degree nights, 50-75 degree days).

What should I bring to Aoudad hunt?

Gear, Clothing, and Gun A small day pack is recommended, along with good binoculars, water bottle, and standard other hunting gear. Regarding caliber selection, we recommend a minimum of a 150 grain bullet, as aoudads can be extremely difficult animals to bring down.

What is a trophy Aoudad?

Imported from northern Africa along the Barbary Coast, aoudads are large sheep with horns curving outward, backward and then inward. Coats are tan and mature males have long hair on the chest and forelegs, commonly called chaps. Typical trophies weigh 250 to 280lbs.

What is the biggest Aoudad?

Shayna’s Aoudad scores 137 & 6/8s gross, making it the official world record for Aoudad in the air rifle category. “The Aoudad is an extremely tough animal to get close to and to do it with an airgun makes it even more of a challenge.

What is considered a gold medal Aoudad?

How do you field judge Aoudad?

It’s always easiest to judge a ram’s size when he is in a herd. The largest, most dominant ram will stick out like a sore thumb. He’ll have a large body and be more muscular than the others. The older and more dominant rams have large “blocky” heads and will develop wrinkles on their snouts.

What is considered a trophy Aoudad?

What size is a trophy Aoudad?

26-27″
Most hunters and exotic game ranchers consider a trophy size Aoudad to be anything that measures over 26-27″, which makes quite an impressive mount.

Can you hunt 2 acres in Texas?

How many acres do you need for hunting in Texas? Most of Texas counties require a minimum of 10 acres to legally hunt or discharge a firearm. There is no statewide mandate but the state has given counties and local jurisdictions the right to establish and enforce 10 acre minimums in the interest of public safety.

Is 4 acres big enough to hunt?

Registered. Yes, it’s definitely enough to hunt on.