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Altai Argali
Ovis Ammon Ammon
Mongolia is the only country where Altai Argali hunting is legal. Altai Argali is the largest of all three
Mongolian Argali. The average trophy size of Altai Argali is 50-52 inches. Outstanding 57 inches
ram was taken in 2010 by our client Sergey Lyapuntsov.
Unfortunately the quality and quantity of sheep has diminished during the last several years due to
the endless number of livestock. With the population of 2,8 million people, Mongolia holds about 29
million of domestic animals.
Population density of Altai Argali ranges from 1,0-1,2 animals per square kilometer. Altai Argali’s
main habitats are exposed hills standing at up to 10,000 feet above sea level and rocky pockets
between the snow-capped peaks of the Altai range. In summer time, Altai Argali mostly graze on
green meadows of higher slopes of Altai Mountains and sometimes migrate up to edge of glaciers.
During winters, Argali moves down below mountain bottoms.
General Characteristics. The general coloration of Altai Argali is different from most of other
Argali. In winter color of the male’s coat is light brown, with white hairs being interspersed in some
cases (especially in older individuals). Altai Argali hasn’t a whitish neck ruff, which encompasses
necks of another Argali. Adult males carry two enormous corkscrew-like horns, which shorter than
Pamir Argali horns, but then much thicker. Cross section of horn is rounder shape in contrast to
Pamir Argali’s cross section that triangular-shaped base with sharp angled edges.
Distribution. This Argali occurs in the hills, rocky outcrops and mountains across the whole of the
Trans-Altai Gobi and China.
How to get there. You fly to Ulaanbaatar (UB) via Frankfurt, Moscow or Seoul. Our representative
meets you at the airport of Ulaanbaatar, assists through the customs and then takes to the hotel.
Next morning you fly by “Fokker 50” to western Mongolia and then we transfer you to the hunting
camp by car, transfer lasts 4-5 hours. Take your iPod; it can help you to fill in the time during this
tiresome drive.
Hunting season. It runs from July 20 to September 30.
Hunting. It is done on foot using jeeps for transportation to the hunting area. Good number of rams
is found at 7,000 - 8,500 feet. During the day you will explore the upper edges of the mountains and
the hillsides, feeding and resting areas through the field glasses. You spot rams, evaluate their size,
and complete the stalk.
Duration of the trip: 14 days trip, 10 days hunt.
Additional trophies are not possible in the same area, combination hunt can be offered but in this
case additional transfers up to 6 hours are necessary.
Base Camps. The camps are traditional Asian yurts. They are warm, clean and comfortable with
separate areas for dining, bathing and sleeping. Every camp has a cook and interpreter. Electricity is
supplied by generating sets.
Equipment. Daypack, rain gear, knife with stop (pocket size), binoculars 10-12x, spotting scope 60x
& tripod of medium size, rangefinder, flashlight, sunglasses, waterproof jacket, mountain boots,
thermal top, light sleeping bag.
Possible combinations. Gobi Argali, Hangay Argali, Altai Ibex, Gobi Ibex, White-tailed Gazelle,
Black-tailed Gazelle, Roe Deer, Wild Boar, Wolf, Mongolia.
Sergey Lyapuntsov (Russia)
Alexander Egorov (Russia)
Vadim Gomzyakov (Russia)