GREDOS IBEX

The Gredos mountain ibex is possibly the best known to the international hunter.

It inhabits the mountains of the Central System – Sierra de Gredos across the northern and southern slopes which are very different in hunting terms as the southern area is far more rugged.

There is a permanent population of some 10,000 animals and an exceptional quality of trophies.

The trophy of this type of male is characterised by its lyre-like shape and dark coat – some adults being almost totally black in winter.

The adult can reach a weight of 100 kg.

The best time to hunt them is in November-December during mating season when it is easier to approach the large males.

The Gredos trophy may be as long as a metre to the tip of the horns, with bases of 28 cm.