Hunting Siberian Ibex in Russia, Central Asia and Mongolia

Hunts for Siberian ibex, also called Asian ibex, take place in Tuva, Krasnoyarsk and Altai regions of Russia, as well as in Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Mongolia. There are several subspecies of this magnificent animal, different mainly in size and color.

Siberian ibex is responsible for the name of the species. This mid-size ibex is found in Sayan and Altai mountains of Russia and Mongolia, with trophies having horns between 110-120 cm. Hunting is difficult due to steep and rocky terrain.

Gobi ibex is found only in Mongolia. This is the smallest of siberian ibex. The hunt is easier than for other subspecies of ibex. Usual elevations are about 2000-2500 meters (6500-8000 ft.)

Mid-Asian ibex is the biggest subspecies and also the most numerous. It is found in several countries. Mid-Asian ibex lives at very high elevations. However, the hunt is not the most difficult because the mountains slopes where it is hunted are not too steep and the horses are used extensively. We organize mid Asian hunts in Tyan Shan mountains of Kyrgyzstan, in Pamir mountains of Tajikistan and Altai mountains of Kazakhstan. The best trophy ibex can be found in Kyrgyzstan, where trophies may have horns in excess of 130 - 140 sm. (51-54 in.).

Ibex hunters must be in decent physical condition, should be able to travel extensively on horseback and climb to elevations up to 4000 meters (13,000 feet) and higher. Shooting distance is usually around 200 meters (220 yards) but the shots at 300-400 meters are sometimes required.

For more information on ibex hunts, please visit www.asianibexhunt.com.