Predators
Bowhunting Striped Hyena
The smallest and most secretive of the true hyenas, straw-grey and boldly barred in black, with a long mane it raises on end to look far bigger than it is. Solitary, nocturnal and seldom seen, a striped hyena easing into a bait in the dark is a rare and genuinely special predator trophy.
The specs that matter to a bowhunter
- Min draw weight
- 50 lb
- Avg shot distance
- 20 – 35 yd
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Body weight
- 25 – 45 kg
- Where to hunt
- Tanzania
Bowhunting notes
50 lb and up with a tough-hitting arrow, they are hardy for their size. A patient, low-light hunt over bait from a blind, where a quiet, well-placed shot counts for everything.
Enquire about hunting Striped HyenaBowhunting Striped Hyena: common questions
What draw weight do you need to bowhunt striped hyena?
We recommend a minimum of 50 lb draw weight for striped hyena, paired with a heavy, well-tuned arrow and a sharp broadhead. 50 lb and up with a tough-hitting arrow, they are hardy for their size. A patient, low-light hunt over bait from a blind, where a quiet, well-placed shot counts for everything.
How close do you get to striped hyena on a bowhunt?
Average shot distance is 20 – 35 yards. Striped Hyena is rated extreme to take with a bow.
How much does it cost to bowhunt striped hyena?
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 striped hyena in Africa?
We hunt striped hyena in Tanzania. Danie plans the ideal area and season around your target species.
