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Hare, European

Scientific Name: Lepus europaeus

Subspecies: Up to 30 subspecies of hare have been described, but the number is disputed and the differences of little interest to hunters.

Distribution: Native to much of Europe and part of west/central Asia. Introduced to many countries including England, Scotland, Sweden, Argentina, Australia and New Zealand.

Habitat: Found in many types of habitats, especially farmland and mixed terrain.

Description: A large member of the rabbit family, with a body length of between 60 -75 cm and a weight of 3 - 5 kg. Long ears up to 11cm in length. Its fur is grizzled yellow-brown in colour, more rufous on its shoulders, neck, legs and throat. Underside white. Black tail and ear tips.

Hunting method: Rough shooting, walking up.

Hunting available in: Hungary, Scotland

We offer this specie on the following tours

Walked up / Rough shooting in Melrose

Scotland

Those who have experienced a classic rough shooting in Scotland know that the hunt itself is only part of the experience. The true joy lies in the companionship, the work of the dogs, and the hunt through the beautiful rolling landscape. Combined with the hospitality, the traditional estates, and...

5 days hunting stay

$3,785

Per. person

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Roughshooting in Ireland

Ireland

In addition to rifle hunting, a number of different shotgun hunts are also offered, the most popular is the traditional roughshooting.

4 days hunting stay

$2,145

Per. person

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Small game hunting in Hungary

Hungary

Our own man in Hungary, Attila, has secured an agreement with a fantastic hunting ground in eastern Hungary, where the habitat ensures an outstanding population of roe deer, pheasants, and hares. In the autumn, they arrange action-packed walk-up hunts for small game. Hunters can expect a daily ba...