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Bowhunting Sharpe's Grysbok

A secretive red-grey dwarf antelope of the lowveld thickets, mostly nocturnal and seldom glimpsed. Ticking it off the Tiny Ten is a genuine achievement.

Sharpe's Grysbok, a huntable African species

The specs that matter to a bowhunter

Min draw weight
40 lb
Avg shot distance
10 – 20 yd
Difficulty
Extreme
Body weight
7 – 12 kg
Where to hunt
South Africa · Mozambique · Tanzania

Bowhunting notes

Close, low-light shooting in thick bush. Fieldcraft and stillness over draw weight.

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Bowhunting Sharpe's Grysbok: common questions

What draw weight do you need to bowhunt sharpe's grysbok?

We recommend a minimum of 40 lb draw weight for sharpe's grysbok, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. Close, low-light shooting in thick bush. Fieldcraft and stillness over draw weight.

How close do you get to sharpe's grysbok on a bowhunt?

Average shot distance is 10 – 20 yards. Sharpe's Grysbok is rated extreme to take with a bow.

How much does it cost to bowhunt sharpe's grysbok?

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 sharpe's grysbok in Africa?

We hunt sharpe's grysbok in South Africa · Mozambique · Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.