Species List

Embark on a global hunting journey with our comprehensive list of over 300 species from the farthest corners of the world. From the vast plains of Africa to the dense forests of North America, our curated selection showcases the diverse range of game Craig Boddington has pursued throughout his illustrious hunting career. Whether you're an aspiring hunter, wildlife enthusiast, or an avid reader, this expansive list provides insights into habitats, hunting methods, and the unique characteristics of each species.

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Aardwolf

Aardwolves are small, nocturnal canids native to the savanna regions of Africa. They are primarily insectivorous, and they hunt insects such as termites and ants by digging them out of their nests. Aardwolves have a distinct reddish-brown or tan coat, long ears, and a long, bushy tail. They are incredibly shy and reclusive, and they can often be heard making a loud, high-pitched call.

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Aardwolf
African Wild Cat

African Wild Cats are small, solitary felines native to the savanna regions of Africa. They are well-adapted to their environment, possessing sharp claws and excellent hunting skills. African wild cats are reddish-gray in color, with distinctive black stripes on their face and body. They hunt a variety of small to medium-sized prey, including rodents, birds, and lizards.

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African Wild Cat
Alpine Chamois

Alpine Chamois are a species of goat-antelope native to the mountainous regions of Europe. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 31 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 24 inches. They have a reddish-brown coat and a distinctive black stripe running down their back. Alpine chamois are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses and other vegetation.

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Alpine Chamois
Alpine Ibex

Alpine Ibex are a species of wild goat found in the mountainous regions of Europe, north central Asia and northern Africa. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 44 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 36 inches. They have a thick, gray-brown coat and a distinctive black stripe running down their back. Alpine Ibex are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses, herbs and other vegetation.

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Alpine Ibex
Anatolian Bezoar Ibex

Anatolian Bezoar Ibex are a species of wild goat native to the mountainous regions of Turkey and the Middle East. They are a large species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 40 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 33 inches. They have a light brown coat with a white underside and distinctive black stripes running along their back and legs. Anatolian Bezoar Ibex are primarily herbivorous, feeding on grasses and other vegetation.

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Anatolian Bezoar Ibex
Anatolian Chamois

Anatolian Chamois are a species of mountain goat-antelope native to the mountainous regions of Turkey and the Middle East. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 31 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 24 inches. They have a reddish-brown coat and a distinctive black stripe running down their back. Anatolian Chamois are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses and other vegetation.

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Anatolian Chamois
Anatolian Red Deer

Anatolian Red Deer are a species of deer native to the mountainous regions of Turkey. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 36 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 25 inches. They have a reddish-brown coat with white spots and a black mane running down the back of their neck. Anatolian Red Deer are herbivorous, and they feed on a variety of grasses and other vegetation.

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Anatolian Red Deer
Anatolian Wild Boar

Anatolian Wild Boar are a species of wild boar native to the Anatolian region of Turkey. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 35 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 25 inches. They have a black to brown coat, with some lighter areas on the face and legs, and a distinctive white stripe running down their back. Anatolian Wild Boar are omnivorous, and they feed on a variety of vegetation, fruits, and even small animals.

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Anatolian Wild Boar
Antelope

Anatolian Red Deer are a species of deer native to the mountainous regions of Turkey and Iran. They are a large species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 55 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 41 inches. They have a reddish-brown coat, with white spots and a black stripe running down their back. Anatolian Red Deer are herbivores, and they feed on grasses, leaves, and other vegetation.

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Antelope
Antelope Roan

Antelope Roan are a species of antelope native to the savanna regions of Africa. They are a large species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 48 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 40 inches. They have a light-brown coat with white markings along their back and sides. Antelope Roan are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses and other vegetation.

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Antelope Roan
Aoudad Sheep

Aoudad Sheep are a species of wild sheep native to the mountainous regions of Northern Africa and the Middle East. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 39 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 34 inches. They have a reddish-brown coat and a distinctive black stripe running down their back. Aoudad Sheep are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses and other vegetation.

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Aoudad Sheep
Arctic Fox

Arctic foxes are a species of canid native to the Arctic regions of the Northern Hemisphere. They are small foxes, growing up to a maximum length of 35 inches and weighing up to 8 to 10 pounds. They have a thick, white coat that helps them blend in with their snowy environment and helps them stay warm in the cold temperatures.

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Arctic Fox
Argali

Argali, also known as the Marco Polo sheep, is a species of wild sheep native to Central and East Asia. They are the largest wild sheep species in the world, with males reaching up to 42 inches in shoulder height and weighing up to 300 kg. The Argali has a thick, yellowish-brown coat and distinctive, curved horns that can reach up to 5 feet in length.

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Argali
Axis Deer

Axis Deer, also known as Chital, are a species of deer native to India and Sri Lanka. They are a medium-sized deer, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 32 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 28 inches. They have a golden-brown coat with white spots, and the males have distinctive three-pronged antlers. Axis Deer are herbivorous, feeding mainly on grasses and other vegetation.

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Axis Deer
Baboon

Baboons are a species of Old World monkeys native to Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. They are large primates, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 35 inches and weighing up to 50 pounds. They have long, dog-like muzzles and a distinctive tuft of hair on their rear. Baboons are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of plant and animal matter.

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Baboon
Balkan Chamois

Balkan Chamois are a species of goat-antelope native to the mountainous regions of southeastern Europe. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 28 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 24 inches. They have a light brown coat and a distinctive white stripe running down their back. Balkan Chamois are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses and other vegetation.

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Balkan Chamois
Banteng

Banteng are a species of wild cattle native to the tropical forests and grasslands of South and Southeast Asia. They are the largest species of wild cattle, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 6 feet and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 4 feet. They have a distinctive black and white striped coat and a white rump. Banteng are primarily grazers, and their diet consists of grasses, leaves and fruits.

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Banteng
Barbary Sheep

Barbary Sheep are a species of wild sheep native to the mountains of North Africa and the Middle East. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 36 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 32 inches. They have a light gray coat with dark stripes and a distinctive white rump. Barbary Sheep are primarily grazers, and their diet consists of grasses and other vegetation.

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Barbary Sheep
Barnacle Geese

Barnacle Geese are a species of wild goose native to the tundra and coastal regions of the Arctic. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 26 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 22 inches. They have a distinctive white head and neck, and their wings are black with white patches. Barnacle Geese are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses, leaves and other vegetation.

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Barnacle Geese
Bat Eared Fox

Bat-Eared Foxes are a species of fox native to Africa, particularly the drier parts of the continent. They are a small species, with adults reaching a shoulder height of up to 16 inches. They have a distinctive black and white coat and large ears. Bat-Eared Foxes are omnivorous, and their diet consists of insects, small mammals, fruits, and other vegetation.

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Bat Eared Fox
Bear

Bears are large, powerful animals that inhabit a wide range of habitats around the world. They are known for their strength, intelligence, and adaptability, and are among the most iconic animals in the world. Bears have also become popular animals to hunt and observe in the wild.

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Bear
Beceite Ibex

Beceite Ibex are a species of wild goat native to the mountainous regions of Spain. They are medium-sized animals, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 42 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 36 inches. They have a dark brown coat and prominent white stripes running down their back. Beceite Ibex are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses and other vegetation.

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Beceite Ibex
Bezoar Ibex

Bezoar Ibex are a species of wild goat native to the mountainous regions of the Middle East. They are medium-sized animals, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 37 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 33 inches. They have a light brown coat and a distinctive white stripe running down their back. Bezoar Ibex are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses and other vegetation.

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Bezoar Ibex
Bison

Bison are a species of large, hoofed mammals native to North America. They are the largest land mammals in the continent, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 6 feet and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 5 feet. They have a dark brown coat and a distinctive hump on their shoulders. Bison are primarily herbivorous, and they feed on grasses and other vegetation.

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Bison
Black Back Jackal

lack Back Jackals are a species of canine native to Africa, the Middle East, and some parts of southern Europe. They are a medium-sized species, with males reaching a shoulder height of up to 24 inches and females reaching a shoulder height of up to 20 inches. They have a reddish-brown coat and a distinctive black stripe running down their back, with a black mane along their spine.

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Black Back Jackal
Black Bear

Black bears are found throughout North America, and are known for their distinctive black fur, as well as their ability to climb trees and swim. They are omnivores, eating both plants and animals, and they are highly adaptable, inhabiting a variety of habitats, from forests to deserts.

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Black Bear
Black Buck

Black Buck are a species of antelope native to the grasslands of India. They are known for their long, spiraled horns that can grow up to 2 feet in length and their striking black and white coats. Black Bucks are fast runners, making them a challenging target for hunters. In addition to their impressive physical attributes, they are also fascinating animals with unique behaviors and social structures.

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Black Buck
Black Faced Impala

Black Faced Impalas are found in the savanna regions of Africa, and are known for their distinctive black faces, contrasting white coats, and curved horns. They are social animals, forming groups and grazing on grasses and bushes. Black Faced Impalas are an important part of the African ecosystem, playing a vital role in maintaining the balance of their habitat.

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Black Faced Impala
Black Impala

Black Impalas are a rare color morph of the common impala, and are sought after by hunters for their striking black coats. They are found in the savanna regions of Africa and are known for their agility and speed. In addition to their impressive physical attributes, Black Impalas are also fascinating animals with unique behaviors and social structures.

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Black Impala
Black Rhino

Black Rhinos are a species of rhinoceros native to the savanna regions of Africa, and are known for their pre-historic appearance and the distinctive horns on their nose. They are critically endangered, and hunting is tightly regulated, making it a rare opportunity for hunters. In addition to their impressive physical attributes, Black Rhinos are also fascinating animals with unique behaviors and social structures.

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Black Rhino

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