Beceite Ibex Hunt in Spain – 2 Part Series

The Tortosa Mountain is located in the north-eastern part of Spain, some 150 km from Barcelona, stretching southwest. Its rocky peaks, densely covered in vegetation, provide ideal habitat for the beceite ibex. Out of the four ibex species indigenous to Spain, it is perhaps the beceite ibex native to these parts, that can grow the most impressive and thickest horns, luring mountain hunters in great numbers to the Tortosa Mountains. The imposing headdress of the old beceite buck is not one of the most easily obtainable trophies. Hunting the Spanish beceite ibex poses a serious challenge to the hunters both from a physical and mental point of view. The rugged, bushy, rocky terrain peppered with cliffs and canyons, as well as the 1500-2000 meter high peaks put the endurance, determination and stamina of the hunter strictly to the test. But if the hunter is able to overcome the rough terrain and weather conditions, the Tortosa will be sure to reward him with wonderful hunting experiences.