Predators
Bowhunting African Civet
A stocky, masked night-walker patterned in black blotches, almost never seen by day. Taking a civet with a bow is a prize of patience, low light and pure luck.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 40 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 15 – 30 yd
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Body weight
- 7 – 20 kg
- Where to hunt
- Zambia · Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
40 lb suits the frame. A nocturnal hunt from a blind or over bait, so quick, quiet shooting in near-dark is everything.
Enquire about hunting African CivetBowhunting African Civet: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt african civet?
We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for african civet, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 40 lb suits the frame. A nocturnal hunt from a blind or over bait, so quick, quiet shooting in near-dark is everything.
How close do you get to african civet on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 15 – 30 yards. African Civet is rated extreme to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt african civet?
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 civet in Africa?
We hunt african civet in Zambia · Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
