Hunting in Africa
The anatomy of the African Game
During the preparations for the examination for the hunting license in the year 1990 we got a lot of information about the game in Europe, the anatomy of the animals etc. It is an essential point that the hunter is able to hit the animal with the first shot. And for this reason it is also very important to know the aiming points of the vital zones of the animal. The book from Kevin Robertson The perfect Shot is a very good example of the anatomy of the African game.
Africa boasts more varieties of big game than any other continent. Almost
all these animals have very different "kill zones," but knowing
where to place a killing shot (the most important criterion in hunting) is
bewildering to even an experienced African hunter. Kevin Robertson, a PH
and veterinarian from Zimbabwe, has created the most comprehensive work
ever undertaken to show the anatomical features for all classes of African
game - from the largest, thick-skinned elephant and buffalo, to the large
cats, to the antelopes (eland, sable, etc.), and finally to the smallest
game animals (duiker and warthog).
Oryx in the Etosha National Park
Each animal is shown in a color field picture as well as a color ghost view that illustrates the shoulder bones, heart, lungs, and brain so you will know precisely where to place your shot. The invaluable natural history section on each animal contains trophy assessment hints as well as how to determine the sex of an animal. Other chapters include caliber and bullet selection, rifle selection, trophy handling, and basic animal anatomy. This great reference work is a must-have for your next safari.
Springbok in Etosha National Park
Conception & Realization: Collani Interactive