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Field Notes
Practical knowledge for hunting exotic game in the Texas Hill Country.
Do You Need a Hunting License to Hunt Exotics in Texas?
Yes. Here is what Texas requires to hunt exotic animals like axis deer, aoudad and African plains game, for residents and non-residents.
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An African Safari vs. a Texas Exotic Hunt: What's the Difference?
Kudu, sable, oryx and Cape buffalo without the overseas trip. How a Texas Hill Country hunt compares to an African safari.
The Best Time of Year to Hunt Exotics in the Texas Hill Country
Exotics can be hunted year-round in Texas. Here is how the seasons, the ruts and the weather shape the best time for your hunt.
Shot Placement on African Plains Game: A Hunter's Guide
Why the vitals on kudu, oryx, wildebeest and other plains game sit lower and further forward than on a whitetail, and how to take a clean shot.
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