Transcaspian Urial Hunts in Texas

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A wild sheep of the Central Asian mountains.

Family
Sheep & Goats
Native range
Central Asia
Weight
150–200 lb
Horns
30+ in curl
Trophy fee
$12,000
Lodge & guide
$350 / hunter / day
I. The Animal

About the Transcaspian Urial

The Transcaspian urial is a wild mountain sheep from Turkmenistan, Iran and the mountains east of the Caspian Sea. Rams grow heavy, curling horns and a striking white bib and ruff in winter.

Urial are a sought-after species for collectors of the world's wild sheep.

II. The Hunt

Hunting Transcaspian Urial at Black Eagle Ranch

Look for a ram with a full curl, heavy bases and a full winter ruff. Urial are alert and stay with the group, so patience pays.

Questions

Transcaspian Urial Hunting FAQ

Where are Transcaspian urial from?

They are native to the mountains of Turkmenistan, northern Iran and neighboring parts of Central Asia.

Where can I hunt Transcaspian Urial in Texas?

Black Eagle Ranch in Harper, Texas offers guided transcaspian urial hunts in the Texas Hill Country, about 25 minutes from Fredericksburg and under two hours from San Antonio.

How much does a transcaspian urial hunt cost?

The trophy fee for transcaspian urial at Black Eagle Ranch is $12,000, 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 transcaspian urial hunt?

Request your dates on our online reservation calendar and select Transcaspian Urial, or call Daniel at (830) 928-3161 or Todd at (409) 300-0575.

Black Eagle Ranch

Reserve your Transcaspian Urial.

Only eight hunters a day, and the rarest animals go first.