Which Bushbuck species is that.. It's not the Chobe??

Mike,

I sure do not know. Maybe some of our more knowledgeable friends can weigh in.

While they are at it, I took this cool impala. Doesn't look like any of the others I have shot. Anybody know why it's face looks so dark?


Thanks

I have took impala looks like that in Namibia . It was hybrid southern and blackfaced impala.
Congrats Jack!!! You got nice safari.

Malapati has Limpopo bushbuck.

Congrats on a great safari. Some excellent trophies there.

I've taken my oldest son on 2 safaris and my youngest son once this past June for a Leopard hunt in Zim. IMO, there is nothing better than spending time afield with your kids, especially in Africa. It adds significantly to the expense, but if there was ever a situation where you get what you pay for, having the kids along and watching them experience the awe of hunting Africa is it. I got much more satisfaction watching my kids hunt than hunting myself.

Congrats on a great father / son outing!

Well Done Jack.

Welcome home.

Well done father and son.
What a great experience for both of you.
Zim is still in my must do.
Happy to know that Nixon as got a bigger hunting area as well.
Nyala is one of my favorite trophies, and for sure your one, is a nice trophy.

MopaneMike,

I shot one there in Feb. I thought they had the Limpopo bushbuck. I kept commenting on how reddish they were but no one there would correct me on saying they were Limpopo. That is not a fair picture of the bushbuck that is posted. Very much a Chobe! Will post mine if need a better body shot.

Skip and all,

Does this pic help?



Thanks

Gentleman, Thank you for your reply's Re: Bushbuck..
My Chobe on my wall is indeed a very distinct red along with all the other Chobe BB's I've seen.
While at Nixon's I saw what appeared to be a taller version BB as well as almost black lower bodied fading towards a darker red from mid-body on up.. A very striking animal.. If I wouldn't have stood there in slack jawed awe, he would be on my wall next to my Chobe BB swapping lies about all the lady BB's they've known..

This is Limpompo. Chobe more light and more spotted.

Congratulations to father and son on a great hunt together. Well done!

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Originally posted by G D F:
This is Limpompo. Chobe more light and more spotted.

Thanks GDF,
You are correct... Nixon told me what species while there.. Just couldn't recall

Thanks for posting. You guys certainly had a great hunt. Nixon is indeed a hard working PH. When I was their this past November we had a 80# plus that came right into the camp on two consecutive nights. Unfortunately he left before shooting light.

Hartley

Love that buffalo!

Jack,

Forgot to mention----CONGRATES to father and son! Great looking bb. That one is so much darker than mine. I took mine just west of camp. Will post it to compare the colors.

I'm glad you and your son had the time to share such a great experience. See ya soon!

Excellent safari and congrats to you both.

I'm excited about taking my 3 year old out to a pheasant ranch to chase a few birds on Saturday. He has been wanting to hunt birds with my bird dog, Dakota. Therefore, it was his motivation for night time potty training!!

I can't even imagine taking him across the pond yet, but I will certainly relish in the opportunity.

Congrats again!!!

Thank you for the splendid report. You and your son will never forget the special times shared together.

Excellent report! Thanks for sharing.

Awesome! Congrats to you and your son! I love seeing and reading these stories. I can only dream about what you get to do!

Alex,

A couple of things, I am glad you brought your Dad with you. You sure set the stage with making the shot on your game animals. Do well in school and make sure next time Dad makes the shot on a big bull ele.

Mike

Congrats Jack to you and Alex. Very nice hunt. Great trophies and memories. Sorry I didn't comment earlier. I was with Nixon when you posted. Nixon spoke highly of both of you. I'm sure you already know this but Nixon would listened to VOA (Voice of America) radio every night and Nixon kept me posted on Romney's and Santorum's delegate count. He loves American politics and he is not a fan of Obama.