The Sindh ibex (Capra aegagrus blythi) inhabits the arid hills of Pakistan’s Baluchistan Plateau. This handsome goat has a pale coat with dark facial markings and long, lyre‑shaped horns. Its agility on rocky slopes and striking appearance have made it one of Pakistan’s most sought‑after mountain trophies.
The hunting season runs from 1 October through the end of March, with the prime period between mid‑November and mid‑January when temperatures are milder. After an early breakfast, hunters drive 20–60 minutes from camp and then stalk on foot through moderate terrain where ibex graze. Elevations range from 600–2 100 ft, and local scouts assist in locating rams. Because populations are healthy, hunts often conclude within two days, though long shots may be required in open areas.
Pakistan regulates Sindh ibex hunting through a community‑based trophy programme. Permits are auctioned each year under CITES and provincial laws, with about 80 % of the revenue returning directly to local communities and the remainder funding wildlife agencies. Communities hire game scouts, set quotas and enforce rules that restrict the harvest to mature rams. This model has increased local support for conservation while funding schools, clinics and infrastructure projects.
Exceptional Sindh ibex trophies come from the Dureji and Hingol ranges of Baluchistan. Temperatures can vary from 18 °C (64 °F) in December to over 38 °C (100 °F) early and late in the season. The relatively gentle terrain compared with other ibex hunts makes Sindh ibex safaris suitable for hunters of average fitness, yet they still offer an exciting mountain‑goat experience and the chance to experience Pakistani hospitality.
Sindh Ibex can be found in the following location:
Sindh Ibex has the following variations:
- (Varieties to be confirmed)
