Baboon

Papio ursinus

Weight 45kg 28kg
Shoulder height 0.75m 0.45m
Roland ward - -
SCI - -

Baboons form social groups with a hierarchy in the males that determines mating rights and social behavior. They are widely spread and are considered a pest in farming areas.

What a hunter may expect on a hunt

Ambush hunts around crops or spot and stalk.
longer shots are the norm
Equipment suggestion

Rifle:

  • Minimum of .270cal with good optics.
  • Good quality bullet

Bow:

  • Minimum of 50 pound draw
  • Good quality broad head