Nilgai Hunts in Texas
Boselaphus tragocamelusThe blue bull, Asia's largest antelope.
- Family
- Plains Game
- Native range
- India
- Weight
- 400–600 lb
- Horns
- 8–10 in
- Trophy fee
- $5,500
- Lodge & guide
- $350 / hunter / day
About the Nilgai
The nilgai, or "blue bull," is the largest antelope in Asia. Bulls turn a steel blue-grey and carry short, sharp horns, a white throat patch, and a tuft of beard. They were brought to South Texas in the 1920s and 1930s.
Nilgai have thick hides and heavy shoulders and are famously hard to bring down. They are also some of the best wild meat in Texas.
Hunting Nilgai at Black Eagle Ranch
Nilgai have very sharp senses and leave quickly when anything seems off. A nilgai hunt is a test of patience and a reminder to choose a strong cartridge and a tough bullet.
A mature bull is dark blue-grey with a thick neck and a long throat tuft.
Nilgai Hunting FAQ
What caliber for nilgai?
Nilgai are tough, thick-hided animals. Most hunters choose a .30-caliber magnum or similar with a premium bonded bullet.
Is nilgai good meat?
Yes. Nilgai is very lean and mild and is considered some of the best wild game meat in Texas.
Where can I hunt Nilgai in Texas?
Black Eagle Ranch in Harper, Texas offers guided nilgai hunts in the Texas Hill Country, about 25 minutes from Fredericksburg and under two hours from San Antonio.
How much does a nilgai hunt cost?
The trophy fee for nilgai at Black Eagle Ranch is $5,500, plus the lodge and guide rate of $350 per hunter per day. The trophy fee is paid only for animals taken, and the balance is due at the completion of your hunt.
How do I book a nilgai hunt?
Request your dates on our online reservation calendar and select Nilgai, or call Daniel at (830) 928-3161 or Todd at (409) 300-0575.
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Reserve your Nilgai.
Only eight hunters a day, and the rarest animals go first.