Distribution: From the north-eastern Limpopo, to Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique.

Size: SH: 50cm. W: 10kg.

Description: Eight subspecies are recognized. They can be divided into two distinct and geographically separated  populations: East African grouping: (East African Steenbuck and Kilimanjaro Steenbuck). The Southern African grouping: (Cape Steenbuck, East Cape Steenbuck, South African Steenbuck, Natal Steenbuck, Steinhardt’s Steenbuck and Kellen’s Steenbuck).

Small antelope. Reddish-fawn colour. Big ears and short spike horns.

Difference in subspecies are the coat colour as well as the white markings. 

Sex Determination: Only males carry horns. However, the females are quite a bit bigger in body size than the males.

Trophy Assessment: 4”+

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

Frontal – Centre line in the chest