More About South Africa Jackal Hunting

Shot Placement while Jackal Hunting in South Africa

If your game hunting adventure is specifically targeting the black-backed jackal, it will be a night hunt. When targeting this specialty critter on a game hunting adventure, look for its most distinguishing feature the black hair running from the back of its neck down to its tail. Spotlights as well as predator calls are utilized. Remember again, that they are very fast, and are excellent at evading and simply disappearing into thin air during your game hunting safari. Jackal hunting in South Africa requires a hunter who is alert, patient, and willing to wait for the exact moment to arrive to take the shot. When it comes to shot placement, remember that the black-baked jackal is a soft predator and an expanding bullet from a low-caliber rifle will suffice. Headshots are not recommended as the game hunting trophy may be ruined, due to the energy of the projectile. A suggested shot placement option would be a well-placed bullet on the broadside will enter the heart/lungs and break the shoulders. The fur is fragile and soft, and large exit wounds can damage the pelt.

What Caliber Rifle is used when Hunting Jackals in South Africa?

Utilising a small rifle such as a .22 to .25 caliber for jackal hunting in South Africa will work perfectly. Jackals are extremely quick and you often have to use whatever you have on hand to be able to target these critters! This would normally be your African plains game rifle fitted with an excellent quality tactical scope.