Predators
Bowhunting African Wildcat
The wild ancestor of the house cat, sandy-grey and faintly striped, with long legs, rusty-backed ears and a black-tipped, ringed tail. Mostly nocturnal and seldom seen, a true African wildcat taken with a bow is one of the quietest, hardest-won little trophies on the continent.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 40 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 15 – 30 yd
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Body weight
- 3 – 6.5 kg
- Where to hunt
- Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
40 lb is ample for the small frame. Usually a low-light chance over bait or to a predator call, so a calm, precise shot at a very small target matters far more than power.
Enquire about hunting African WildcatBowhunting African Wildcat: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt african wildcat?
We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for african wildcat, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 40 lb is ample for the small frame. Usually a low-light chance over bait or to a predator call, so a calm, precise shot at a very small target matters far more than power.
How close do you get to african wildcat on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 15 – 30 yards. African Wildcat is rated extreme to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt african wildcat?
Costs vary by trophy size, area and the rest of your species list. Use our Build Your Hunt estimator for a ballpark total, then Danie confirms a clear, itemised quote for your hunt.
Where can you bowhunt african wildcat in Africa?
We hunt african wildcat in Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
