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Caucasian Russia
For the devoted mountain hunter, the rugged Caucasus Mountains present a great challenge, some of the most breath-taking scenery in the world and several species of big game unique to the region are found there. This region encompasses the tiny autonomous republics of Krasnodar, Karachayevo-Cherkessiya, Kabardino-Balkariya, Severnaya Osetiya, Ingushetya, Chechnya, and Dagestan, all within the Russian Federation.
Hunts in this wild and primitive region are true mountain hunting adventures. Tented camps are the usual accommodations, horses the usual mode of travel. Long hikes in rough terrain are often necessary, so hunters much be physically fit and able to shoot well. The most important species of the Caucasus is the Tur, a large ibex, of which there are three varieties. The northern region of the Caucasus Mountains is famous for the excellent trophy quality of its red stags and wild boar, which are found in good numbers. These mountains are also home to the Caucasian chamois. The Tur hunt can be combined with a hunt for all of these species, as well as, with hunting for brown bear, and European bison, by special permit.
Species List:
- Eastern Tur
- Mid-Caucasian Tur
- Western Tur
- Caucasian Chamois
- Mid-Eastern Red Deer
- European Roe Deer
- Wild Boar
Special Permit Species:
- Mid-Eastern Brown Bear
- European Bison