The iconic hunting trophies by mary25

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The iconic hunting trophies
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Minimum program each hunter has their own, but there is a particularly iconic animals, to produce of which — a matter of honor a true Pro.

When in September 1696 the elector of Brandenburg Friedrich III shot a huge deer in the vicinity of Frankfurt am Oder, he could not have imagined that the unique horns of this animal would play a significant role in the history of German diplomacy. It all started with the desertion of a company of Saxon soldiers, who were led astray by the righteous acting in Saxony Prussian officer-recruiter. Having learned about the crime, the Saxon ruler Augustus the Strong ordered to hang the guilty. In response, his Prussian "colleague" Friedrich Wilhelm threatened a similar massacre to the Saxon envoy in Berlin. Diplomatic correspondence still bore fruit-there were no executions. And as a sign of reconciliation, Prussia sent Augustus, who was known as a passionate hunter, those famous 66-end horns. Today, they are stored in the" hall of monsters " Moritzburg castle, a collection of trophies which was going to more than one hundred years.

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When exactly did the tradition to keep the memory fragment of the dead in the hunt animal, be it a claw, Fang, or head, is not known. It is obvious that in ancient times in this aspiration there was more ritual and sacred sense, than desire to emphasize the exclusive status, as in an era of noble monopoly in hunting. The man-getter, who took up the spear not for the sake of bliss, but only because of "production necessity", decorated himself and his home with such amulets, believing that the strength and agility of the animals affected by it will pass to him. Hardly the same philosophy practiced by modern hunters. But, as many years ago, hunting trophies-an indicator of skill and a kind of order of courage.


Red deer - Royal prey

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Where to go: England, Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Romania, Austria etc.
The cost of hunting-from $2 000

In medieval England, the red deer was one of the objects of the Royal hunt, so no one except the monarch could not shoot him. Even the barons in their own forests had no right to encroach on this trophy under fear of a huge fine. If the killed animal or its remains found in the territory of the Royal wood, the guilty was threatened with dazzle.

In modern Britain, deer hunting is available to both locals and foreign hunters. However,as in many other European countries, where there is a horned handsome. But, despite the extensive habitat, the red deer is considered to be extremely difficult, and therefore honorable prey. Just to get close to him in the forest is already a great luck, because the beast has exceptional eyesight and sense of smell and can smell humans, even from downwind. Besides, he is by nature shy, so any rustling or movement — and you can say goodbye to a potential trophy. It is believed that the easiest way to take a cautious animal on the salt when it regales the salt and briefly lose vigilance.

Spanish hunters often take domestic cows grazing on the territory of hunting grounds for wild deer and shoot them by mistake. To protect their cattle, local farmers before the start of the season write on the sides of animals VACA - "cow".

Argali Marco Polo-sheep-climber

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Where to go: Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan
The cost of hunting-from $18 000

Hunting this carpa handsome by chance is considered one of the most elite and prestigious in the world. And deal is by no means in impressive financial costs (only has license is worth $ 8 000 — 9 000). Highland Safari in Tajikistan or Kyrgyzstan, is not only a real test of professionalism, but also a great test of endurance. Sensing the danger, ultra-cautious argali can go to a height of 5500 m, so the hunter will have to pass the test in parallel with thin air, and often extremely cold temperatures. The organizers of such tours recommend arriving at the place, not immediately rush into battle, but at least a couple of days to spend on acclimatization and practice in the "mountain" shooting, which has its own nuances.

In some places, hunting involves moving on a horse, so the ability to confidently stay in the saddle can be much more important than hunting skills. Mountain sheep have a unique ability to move on almost vertical steep rocks, without breaking down, but the horses and the man such a gift, alas, is not given, so do not put yourself at risk in vain. Even for the decoration of the country house cult trophy head with meter spiral horns.

Marco Polo owes his name to the great Venetian traveler. He was the first to tell Europe about the existence of a graceful mountain animal with mighty horns.



Elephant - master Savannah

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Where to go: Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, South Africa
The cost of hunting-from $20 000


This is the most impressive hunting trophy of the great African five and concurrently the largest terrestrial mammal in the world. Add to this the monstrous power and ability to quickly move into a state of aggression, which makes hunting an elephant extremely dangerous. It seems that such circumstances are enough to inspire an ambitious hunter to go to the Black continent on the main Safari of his life.

Only to the layman it may seem that there are no problems in the "elephant" hunting is not. Object bigger is not happens, seen from afar, fall from any distance. In reality, the hunter must show jewelry accuracy, being able to accurately choose from the herd of the oldest male, and then hit him with one well-aimed shot. The mistake can result in a substantial fine, because in most African countries there is a taboo on the extraction of young individuals and females, and the death of the shooter. The giant beast has only two "killing" points on its head, while getting to other places protected by a thick skin will only make it angry, and then the giant's attack can not be avoided. And with this turn of events, the chances of saving the hunter are very small.

In many countries of South Africa from elephant meat make an original dish — biltong. Thin strips flavored with salt and spices are dried in hot air and served to the table. Including visiting hunters who have extracted the game.




Water Buffalo-horned aggressor

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Where to go: Australia
Cost of hunt — $10,000


Even those in whose hunting piggy Bank already has one of the representatives of the big five — Buffalo, it will be interesting to get a trophy of his Australian brother. Despite the family ties, each animal has its own specifics, and therefore Safari on the Green continent in no way will become a hunting deja vu in Africa. Australia is still gaining momentum as a hunting Mecca, and in some places the infrastructure is poorly developed, there are no decent roads. In addition, the local horned trophies can graze all day in wet floodplains, where it is also difficult to drive on transport. Shooting a Buffalo is recommended at close range, so that the right to miss tends to zero. The vegetarian nature of the" Australian " does not make him a safe creature. The reaction to the threat that he quickly feels thanks to the excellent sense of smell, vision and hearing, becomes aggression, if the Buffalo is wounded, it is already deadly. Given that the car isn't there, and there the furious beast weighing over a ton with three-foot horns, the hunter must be very confident in their physical abilities.

In recent years, Australian authorities have increasingly announced their intention to resume hunting for crocodiles, a ban on which was in force for more than 40 years. If this momentous event for hunters happens, it is a giant reptile, of course, will be the main local trophy.



Polar bear-king of the Arctic

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Where to go: Canada, Nunavut
The cost of hunting-from $ 39 000


The largest land predator of the planet is among the coveted trophies of any hunter, not only because of its outstanding size. Hunt a formidable beast, the weight of which can reach a ton, and height - 3 m, today it is possible only in one country — Canada. This fact makes bear hunting a truly exclusive pleasure. Although the activity is quite dangerous, given the temper of the animal, for the true professional it is not difficult. The target is large, the hunted quickly becomes exhausted, due to their short-sightedness usually admit to myself pretty close. What is really worth to stock up on is patience-sometimes it takes more than one day to find a bear. Binoculars will help to see the owner of the Arctic in white "interiors". You will also need special clothing and sleeping bag made of reindeer fur caribou — only such equipment is able to protect from frost in 30 °C, which is not uncommon for polar latitudes. It is important to remember that shooting at the beast, while on an all-terrain vehicle or snowmobile, is strictly prohibited. Vehicles are used exclusively to move through the icy desert.

Unlike other countries where there is a moratorium on shooting polar bears, Canada has been issuing hunting quotas to the indigenous population for 45 years. In this case, the aboriginal, who owns the license, is free to transfer the right to shoot a hunter-foreigner. The main condition: a local resident must accompany a foreigner as a guide or just an observer.



Puma-thunderstorm prairies

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Where to go: Argentina
The cost of hunting, from $11 000


This large cat, able to jump 3 m and land safely from the height of the sixth floor, is perhaps the main symbol of the entire Western hemisphere. The territory of its habitat stretches from Canada to Patagonia. Fiercely hated by farmers because of their gastronomic predilections for livestock and just as fiercely revered by the Indians for strength and endurance, Puma is of constant interest to hunters from around the world. Hunting the American Cougar — always a fascinating contest tricks: often a clue to the tangled traces and the prosecution takes a few days.

Despite the outstanding "technical data" in the form of a four-centimeter fangs that can bite in the range to make a kill against man Puma rarely shows aggression. Over 100 years of observations recorded for a total of 50 attacks of Cougars on humans. But the dog's life, playing a key role in the hunt, literally depends on the speed and professionalism "of hunter." Driven dogs on a tree beast after a while ceases to be afraid and he pounces on them. Therefore, the responsible hunter has no right to be late or miss.

Puma is listed in the Guinness book of records as an animal with a maximum number of names — more than 40. In different languages of the Americas, this animal is called Cougar, deer cat, red tiger, Mexican lion, mountain devil, etc.












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