Small Game
Bowhunting Red Duiker
A jewel of the coastal and riverine forests, deep rufous-red and rarely seen in the open. A prized and pretty little bow trophy.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 40 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 10 – 20 yd
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Body weight
- 12 – 14 kg
- Where to hunt
- South Africa · Tanzania · Mozambique
Bowhunting notes
40 lb. Close shots in dense cover, usually in low light.
Subspecies & colour variants
Bowhunting Red Duiker: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt red duiker?
We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for red duiker, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 40 lb. Close shots in dense cover, usually in low light.
How close do you get to red duiker on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 10 – 20 yards. Red Duiker is rated hard to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt red 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 red duiker in Africa?
We hunt red duiker in South Africa · Tanzania · Mozambique. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
