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Kuban (Western) Tur
Capra caucasica dinniki
Kuban Tur is a highly desirable trophy. Only comparatively small part of Caucasus Mountains holds
population of Kuban Tur. Hunting is a great challenging experience. Kuban Tur counts both towards
the Ovis and Capra World Slams.
Average trophy size is about 32-34 inches with some trophies up to 38 inches taken. In 2005 the
great Kuban Tur was taken by Butch Kuflak, the measurements totaled 155 2/8 points SCI.
General Characteristics. The summer coat of Western Tur varies from rusty grey to brown,
while in winter the coat dulls to a grayish-brown (in older animals this may be much lighter). The
underparts are generally the same color as the rest of the body in the summer coat, lightening to a
yellowish-grey or dirty white in winter, especially in females. There is no distinct dark dorsal stripe
as in some other Tur species. The chest is a dark reddish-brown. The molt of the winter coat begins
in March and extends to mid-June. The body is massive with a relatively long, deep trunk; the legs
are short but strong. The horns of males are relatively short when compared to other Tur, but are
the thickest of the genus Capra. The front surfaces of the horns are ridged strongly, but do not
have the large knots of other Tur. In cross-section, the horns of males are in the form of rounded
triangles.
Distribution. Kuban Tur are native only to about 4,500 square kilometers in the western Caucasus
Mountains. Western Tur is generally accepted as any animal living west of Mt. El’brus in the Caucasus
Mountains.
How to get there. You arrive in Moscow International Airport; our crew meets you there, assists
through the customs and takes to the hotel. Next morning you fly to Mineral’nye Vody. Flight from
Moscow to Mineral’nye Vody lasts around 2 hours. From Mineral’nye Vody we take you to the hunting
camp.
Hunting season. It runs from April 15 and till May 15, then from August 1 to November 10 with the
optimal time from September 1 to October 15.
Hunting. We provide mostly horse back hunting for Kuban Tur. Expect extensive riding, considerable
walking and hiking. Some riding experience is a must. During the day you explore the upper
edges of the mountains and examine the hillsides, feeding and resting areas through the field
glasses. A temporary tented camp is set up with the specific goal of hunting a particular animal or
area. Males are generally located in the very remote country at 9,000 feet. Once the trophy is spotted
you complete your stalk on foot.
Physical condition is an important factor for stalking during the hunt!
Duration of the trip: 12 days trip, 7 days hunt.
Additional trophies: Caucasian Chamois.
Base Camps. We use big comfortable tents with cots at 5,100 feet. Spike camps are also used
intensively.
Equipment. Waterproof bag or pouch for your personal belongings, daypack, soft gun case, good
compact sleeping bag and mat, spotting scope, rangefinder, flashlight, sunglasses, rain gear, duffle
bag for your trophy, tags.
Possible combinations. Dagestan Tur, Mid-Caucasian Tur Russia; Dagestan Tur Azerbaijan; Bezoar
Ibex or Wild Boar, Turkey.
Butch Kuflak (USA)
Richard Sand (Denmark)
Chris Jackson (USA)