Game Hunting the Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra In Africa

When it comes to Africa plains game species, the zebra remains a popular choice. Hartmann’s mountain zebra is a species found in Namibia, and a small section of Angola, and has recently been reintroduced to some of South Africa’s national parks and reserves. According to the IUCN, their status is listed as “vulnerable,” but they are still available on your African hunting adventures.

Hartmann’s mountain zebra is mainly found in western Namibia, on the fringe of the Namib desert, then moving towards the interior region. They prefer a rocky, mountainous habitat, along with flood plains close by. Access to sufficient drinking water is a must for these agile Africa plains game animals.

When hunting in Africa, look for small herds of 7-12 members, consisting of a male and several females. If conditions are good in terms of grazing and water, these groups can become larger, reaching between 30-40 members.

The gestation period for the Hartmann’s mountain zebra is 360 days, with one foal being born.

In terms of predators, apart from man on his game hunting safari, hyenas and lions are top of the list. The zebra does use its amazing striped coat to blend in and camouflage itself from predators. It is also extremely agile and able to flee across rocky and treacherous mountainous terrain to escape predators.  

It will flee from large predators but when their young are targeted, the zebra will fight back, with a sharp bite and powerful kick, they are often successful in scaring predators away.