Top 10
The NAPHA Top 10 recognises outstanding trophy specimens recorded by members, celebrating excellence in ethical hunting, accurate measurement and sustainable wildlife management. These entries highlight Namibia’s world-class game and reflect NAPHA’s commitment to conservation, professionalism and responsible hunting practices.
Black Wildebeest / Weißschwanzgnu
(connochaetes gnou)
Position | cm Points | Hunted By | Date | Hunting Area | Guided By | Rifle or Bow |
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1 | 143.25 | Lars Reine Beck | 23.04.2024 | Bergzicht Game Lodge | Steph Joubert | Rifle |
2 | 137.76 | Winfried Baußmann | 17.05.2025 | Otjiruze | A. Rogl | Rifle |
3 | 134.85 | A.M. Kienholz | 28.02.2024 | Bergzicht Game Lodge | Steph Joubert | Rifle |
4 | 130.37 | Berigt Mikael Nilsson | 23.04.2024 | Bergzicht Game Lodge | Steph Joubert | Rifle |
5 | 129.92 | Alex Dobslaff | 06.02.2026 | Ad Hunting | H.M. Gunther | Rifle |
6 | 121.74 | Fredrik Christian Mellström | 21.04.2024 | Bergzicht Game Lodge | Steph Joubert | Rifle |
7 | 116.93 | Lars M. Larsson | 15.03.2026 | Bergzicht Game Lodge | Steph Joubert | Rifle |
8 | 113.68 | Dr Dirk Hans Raimar Bausch | 17.04.2024 | Ovisume | G.G.T. Günzel | Rifle |
9 | 103.60 | Niklas GB Bouer | 13.02.2026 | Bergzicht Game Lodge | Steph Joubert | Rifle |
10 | 103.04 | Dr Dirk Hans Raimar Bausch | 12.04.2024 | Otjomavare Sud | G.G.T. Günzel | Rifle |
1 | No Entries | Bow |
Namibia’s Wildlife and Conservation Status
Namibia’s wildlife conservation status is determined using scientifically established criteria. These categories help guide responsible management and protection efforts:
Naturally occur in Namibia without human introduction (e.g., Oryx, Kudu)
Unique to Namibia and found nowhere else in the world (e.g., Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra)
Approximately 80% of their natural range lies within Namibia (e.g., Damara Dik-Dik)
Non-native species introduced through human activity (e.g., Black Wildebeest, Nyala)
Species that occur only in limited numbers along Namibia’s borders (e.g., Puku)
Carnivornes
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Caracal,
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Leopard,
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Lion,
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Cheetah
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Brown Hyena and,
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Spotted Hyena
Ungulates
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Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra,
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Burchell’s Zebra,
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African Buffalo,
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Eland,
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Greater Kudu and,
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Gemsbok (Oryx)
Small Game
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Damara Dik-Dik
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Steenbok
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Duiker
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Springbok
Namibia is home to a rich diversity of legally huntable species, carefully managed to ensure sustainability and conservation. These include:
Huntable Species in Namibia
Enter a legacy where adventure serves a greater purpose. Ethical and sustainable hunting connects you to a story that protects Namibia’s wilderness, supports its wildlife, and keeps nature wild for future generations.