
Sika Deer Hunts in Texas
Cervus nipponSmall, sharp-eyed, and one of the toughest deer to hunt.
- Family
- Deer
- Native range
- East Asia
- Weight
- 90–200 lb
- Antlers
- Up to 4 points per side
- Trophy fee
- $7,500
- Lodge & guide
- $350 / hunter / day
About the Sika Deer
The sika is a compact, elk-like deer from Japan and East Asia. Stags carry dark winter coats, a thick neck mane in the rut, and narrow antlers with up to four points per side.
Sika are known for their caution. They stay close to cover and vanish at the first sign of trouble.
Hunting Sika Deer at Black Eagle Ranch
Hunting sika means patience and quiet movement. Stags whistle and call during the fall rut, which can give a careful hunter the chance he needs.
Sika Deer Hunting FAQ
Where are sika deer from?
Sika are native to Japan and parts of East Asia.
Where can I hunt Sika Deer in Texas?
Black Eagle Ranch in Harper, Texas offers guided sika deer hunts in the Texas Hill Country, about 25 minutes from Fredericksburg and under two hours from San Antonio.
How much does a sika deer hunt cost?
The trophy fee for sika deer at Black Eagle Ranch is $7,500, 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 sika deer hunt?
Request your dates on our online reservation calendar and select Sika Deer, or call Daniel at (830) 928-3161 or Todd at (409) 300-0575.
Reserve your Sika Deer.
Only eight hunters a day, and the rarest animals go first.


