Wild Boar
European wild boar (Sus scrofa) were introduced to Argentina for sport and have multiplied rapidly across La Pampa and Patagonia. Their adaptability and high reproductive rate mean boar inhabit everything from thorn scrub to agricultural fields, and local authorities no
Southeastern Ibex
The southeastern ibex inhabits Spain’s Sierra Nevada and adjacent ranges. Intermediate in size, it is smaller and lighter in colour than the Beceite and Gredos races but larger and darker than the Ronda form. Horn conformation varies widely: rams from the Sierra Nevad
Blackbuck
The blackbuck (Antilope cervicapra), also known as the Indian antelope, was introduced to Argentina a century ago and now thrives on open ranchlands. Adult males weigh 75–120 pounds, with spiralling horns and striking dark‑and‑white colouration. Their keen vision
European Fallow Deer
European fallow deer (Dama dama) were introduced into Argentina decades ago and now roam free on large ranches. These elegant deer stand about 34 inches tall and weigh around 110 pounds; bucks are easily recognised by their broad, palmated antlers and spotted coats. Fal
Axis Deer (Chital)
Axis deer (Axis axis), commonly called chital, are native to India but have adapted exceptionally well to Argentina’s varied habitats. Males weigh 150–250 pounds and sport elegant three‑tined antlers that can exceed 30 inches. Their reddish‑brown coats dotted wi
Ronda Ibex
The Ronda ibex is the smallest and most isolated of the Spanish ibex races. Confined to the limestone mountains of Málaga province, this light‑brown ibex has short, straight horns that grow upward in a V‑shape and then bend backwards with a modest 90‑degree spira
Water Buffalo
Water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) were introduced to Argentina in the 1940s and quickly adapted to the country’s wetlands and pampas. Today free‑ranging herds of Murrah, Jafarabadi and Mediterranean buffalo inhabit the grasslands of La Pampa and the marshy Corrientes
Fallow Deer
Fallow deer (Dama dama) are graceful European deer introduced into Argentina decades ago. Bucks weigh around 110 pounds and are distinguished by their broad, palmated antlers and spotted coats. They thrive in mixed woodland and grasslands, and their rutting calls echo t
Beceite Ibex
The Beceite ibex is the largest and darkest of Spain’s four ibex types. Found in the limestone ranges of northeastern Spain near the Mediterranean, this race is noted for its broad body and massive horns that are straighter than those of the Gredos ibex. The horns spi
Blackbuck Antelope
The blackbuck antelope (Antilope cervicapra) is a striking species native to India that was introduced to Argentina a century ago. Males weigh 75–120 pounds and are distinguished by their spiralling horns and dark‑and‑white pelage. Herds thrive on the open pampas
