About the Tahr
Tahr are large, sure-footed, wild goat-like mammals native to Asia. Belonging to the bovid family, there are three distinct species: the Himalayan tahr, Nilgiri tahr, and Arabian tahr. They are renowned for their rugged climbing ability, specialized hooves, and thick coats adapted to harsh, mountainous terrain
Description of Tahr
Males measure 4–5.5 feet in length, stand 2–3.3 feet tall at the shoulder, and weigh 160–275 lbs. Females are much smaller, weighing 80–160 lbs. It’s best to hunt Tahr in the late fall or winter when mature males grow a mane of long, luxurious golden hair.
Tahr Species
- Himalayan Tahr: The most well-known species, found in the rugged, snowy mountain slopes from Kashmir to Sikkim.
- Nilgiri Tahr: Native to the Western Ghats in southern India, this stocky goat-antelope features a dark coat with a grizzled saddle-shaped patch on the males’ backs.
- Arabian Tahr: The smallest of the three, native to the Hajar Mountains in Oman and the United Arab Emirates.
The Himalayan is the only huntable Tahr species of the three. The Nilgiri and Arabian species are classified as threatened and endangered.
Suitable Weapons
Any long range cartridge from .243 win up to any of the .30 caliber rifles will work great.
Hunting Area
The Himalayan Tahr can be hunted in parts of Europe, parts of Asia (Nepal), and most notably, New Zealand where a thriving population exists. Free range Tahr in New Zealand can be either hunted on foot or by helicopter in the rugged mountains.
