Jagdreise -

(Rupicapra rupicapra)

The chamois is a goat-antelope species native to Europe and Asia Minor. With live weights reaching up to 40 kg, they can achieve shoulder heights of up to 85 cm. Distinctive features for both sexes include the hooked horns (called Krucken) and the coat, which transitions from a pale yellow to yellowish-gray with a black dorsal stripe in summer to a dark gray or black in winter. In their winter coat, the bucks grow dorsal hair up to 25 cm long with light-colored tips (Reif), which is used to make the traditional Gamsbart.

The main areas of distribution are the Alps, but good populations are also found in other European mountain ranges stretching from Spain to Bulgaria, as well as in New Zealand. Depending on the subspecies and region, chamois live at altitudes ranging from 700 m (so-called forest chamois or Waldgams) to over 3,000 m.

The hinds (ewes) live with their kids in small herds of about 15 to 30 individuals. When danger threatens, they emit a whistling warning sound. The bucks are mostly solitary for the majority of the year, joining the hinds during the rut (mid-November to mid-December).

The chamois is an exceptional climber and possesses an excellent sense of sight, hearing, and smell.

(Cervus elaphus)

The red deer is a widespread species belonging to the true deer family. Its primary ranges extend across large parts of Europe, and it has also been successfully introduced into several regions of South and North America, as well as New Zealand. Due to the high adaptability of this game species, red deer inhabit many diverse environments. Strong populations can be found in densely forested low and high mountain ranges, the nearly treeless landscapes of Scotland, the damp river floodplains of Southeastern Europe, and the hot, dry lowlands of Spain.

Depending on the habitat and the availability of forage, red deer can reach live weights of up to 350 kg and shoulder heights of up to 150 cm.

The hinds (Alttiere) form female herds (Kahlwildrudel) together with yearling hinds (Schmaltiere), yearling stags (Schmalspießer), and calves. Younger stags also form smaller bachelor groups, whereas the older stags spend most of the year roaming alone or accompanied by a single, subordinate stag (Beihirsch). During the rut, the strongest stags claim and defend a harem of females. The distinctive roaring of the stags can be heard from afar during this time and is an impressive spectacle of nature. The antler trophy varies significantly in points and mass depending on the habitat. The red deer has a highly developed sense of smell, hearing, and sight.

(Hemitragus jemlahicus)

Tahrs possess a goat-like appearance and live in three geographically separate, isolated regions: the Himalayas, Southern India, and the Arabian Peninsula. Weighing up to 120 kg, these agile climbers prefer rocky, rugged terrain. Tahr bulls feature a highly distinct mane, particularly around the neck and shoulder area, known as the fleece (Vlies). Both sexes carry horns, which can reach lengths of up to 40 cm for top-tier trophies. While the females (nannies) form large herds, the bulls—especially the older individuals—live in smaller bachelor groups or are entirely solitary.