Transcaspian Urial Hunts in Texas
Ovis vignei arkalA 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
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.
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.
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.
Reserve your Transcaspian Urial.
Only eight hunters a day, and the rarest animals go first.

