Book "Hunting Wild Boars - with Heart and Mind"

Successful Wild Boar Hunting Thanks to Wildlife Biological Know-How

Wild boars are the favorite game species for many hunters among the native big game species. Their primitive appearance, defensive behavior, and the nerve-wracking as well as exciting hunt are something unique for many. Wildlife damage, African Swine Fever, and the complex social structure of wild boars make hunting challenging. Therefore, it holds true: Only those who know the game species and its peculiarities can hunt successfully and ethically. This book combines wildlife biological background knowledge with experiences from hunting practice.

Wildlife Biological Knowledge for Every Season
Insights into the behavior and needs of wild boars from spring to winter

Current Scientific Research
How do wild boars actually learn, and what reactions do they show in relation to (hunting) disturbances? Insights into current findings.

Proven Hunting Strategies
In addition to tips and tricks for the right equipment for wild boar hunting, the book offers tested practical knowledge on stand hunting, stalking, and driven hunts for wild boars.

About the Authors
Dr. Konstantin Börner is a PhD wildlife biologist and a scientific employee at the Berlin Leibniz Institute. He has been hunting since his youth and publishes articles in specialist journals.
Former DJZ editor-in-chief Frank Rakow is a passionate hunter and has worked as a journalist for several hunting magazines.
Authors: Konstantin Börner, Frank Rakow
160 pages, 24.6 x 17.8 x 1.8 cm, Hardcover
Kosmos
ISBN: 978-3-440-18086-0