Distribution: Vardon’s Puku – Western and Central Zambia.

Senga Puku – North Eastern Zambia.

Size: SH: 80cm. W: 80kg

Description: Medium sized antelope, yellowish fawn to reddish-brown coat, prefer floodplains or adjacent areas. Forward curved horns

The difference between the subspecies is the colouration. The Senga Puku is a bit lighter in colour.

Sex Determination: Only the males carry horns, close resemblance otherwise.

Trophy assessment: Mature males around the 17”+ mark is a good choice to take.

Shot Placement: Broadside – in the middle of the body straight-up with the front legs.

Frontal – Centre line in the chest