SAR-6 Hunting Nilgai

AZTimT said:
They sure do look like they are packing some meat. I'm curious if them running loose outside of the ranch that introduced them is problematic enough for it to be a bad thing? I ask because the introduced white tail and wolves are both a bit of a nuisance in these parts. One causes lots of accidents (higher car insurance) and urinates on crops (so livestock won't eat it = ruined) while the other kills livestock for sport, but we can't hunt either this time of year LOL. Both have really hurt the muley and elk populations to boot.
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As nilgai numbers have increased, they have become a nuisance in some areas. They are known for tearing up "game-proof" fences by poking those short horns under the edge and prying/ripping them up. And as their numbers increase, native species like whitetail can be pushed off their range--bad news for ranches that manage for trophy whitetail hunting which is big business in south Texas.

On the positive side for hunters, since there is no prohibition against killling them in Texas, they've become a year-round game animal. Their size, wariness and elusiveness has made them popular, and their meat is mild enough though I'd much prefer to eat a young cow than an old bull. The year-round hunting pressure has kept numbers in check somewhat.

They are more susceptible to cold than any of the native species, which has also kept their numbers from exploding. Lincoln said the guide staff on the King found nine dead after an unusually cold snap in January.

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Im a south texan native and have a degree in Zoology from A&M. Was a zoologist for a long while before I joined the service. They dont have much of a call for zoologists in the military. But feral species in south texas like most every other place they are introduced are a problem ecologically. They compete with resources that the native animals have evolved to live with and durring droughts can cause major damage to native populations. Though economically the species are a boon for texas as they can be hunted year round and bring big bucks. Hunting for Axis, Fallow, Blackbuck, Nilgai, and all sorts of african game brings big money. Though many african species thrive in texas as the terrain and folliage is very similar to south africa. I spent a lot of time in africa doing research while in school. Nilgai are fantastic to hunt and better than beef to eat, easily matching Kudu for tastiness! Great pic and congrats on the bluebull. Good to see a Busse used in the field instead of kept in a glass case.
Travis
 
strong said:
Im a south texan native and have a degree in Zoology from A&M. Was a zoologist for a long while before I joined the service. They dont have much of a call for zoologists in the military. But feral species in south texas like most every other place they are introduced are a problem ecologically. They compete with resources that the native animals have evolved to live with and durring droughts can cause major damage to native populations. Though economically the species are a boon for texas as they can be hunted year round and bring big bucks. Hunting for Axis, Fallow, Blackbuck, Nilgai, and all sorts of african game brings big money. Though many african species thrive in texas as the terrain and folliage is very similar to south africa. I spent a lot of time in africa doing research while in school. Nilgai are fantastic to hunt and better than beef to eat, easily matching Kudu for tastiness! Great pic and congrats on the bluebull. Good to see a Busse used in the field instead of kept in a glass case.
Travis
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Thank you. I'm now up to 10 Busse's - 11 if I count my MUK that's a'coming :) While I understand and appreciate the concept of a safe queen I consider all my knives users. All housed in kydex sheaths, resplendent with sheath scuffs, use marks and overall show of use. I have found Busse's just to solid not to take out in the field (no insult intended for anyone that collects, stores, looks at...)
 
strong said:
Im a south texan native and have a degree in Zoology from A&M. Was a zoologist for a long while before I joined the service. They dont have much of a call for zoologists in the military. But feral species in south texas like most every other place they are introduced are a problem ecologically. They compete with resources that the native animals have evolved to live with and durring droughts can cause major damage to native populations. Though economically the species are a boon for texas as they can be hunted year round and bring big bucks. Hunting for Axis, Fallow, Blackbuck, Nilgai, and all sorts of african game brings big money. Though many african species thrive in texas as the terrain and folliage is very similar to south africa. I spent a lot of time in africa doing research while in school. Nilgai are fantastic to hunt and better than beef to eat, easily matching Kudu for tastiness! Great pic and congrats on the bluebull. Good to see a Busse used in the field instead of kept in a glass case.
Travis
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Great, now I want to eat a Nilgai and the vending machine is completely out.

That looks like a lot of fun. I'm a native of North Texas, but only hunted the feral pigs. Those things really cause problems everywhere now.
 
Congrats i know you had a great time. I took a bluebull with a 338-06 years ago and the meat is awsome. I want to take my nephews but we are having a hard time getting together. Congrats again!!!!!!!!!
 
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