Small Game
Bowhunting Common Duiker
The grey duiker, small, sharp and everywhere yet never easy. A bow-shot duiker is a lesson in patience and a rewarding little trophy.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 40 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 15 – 25 yd
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Body weight
- 15 – 25 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa · Tanzania · Mozambique
Bowhunting notes
40 lb suits the small frame. They dart and duck, so a calm, quick shot is key.
Subspecies & colour variants
Bowhunting Common Duiker: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt common duiker?
We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for common duiker, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 40 lb suits the small frame. They dart and duck, so a calm, quick shot is key.
How close do you get to common duiker on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 15 – 25 yards. Common Duiker is rated hard to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt common duiker?
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 common duiker in Africa?
We hunt common duiker in South Africa · Tanzania · Mozambique. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
