Rusa Deer
A treat on the
North Island
The most elusive deer in the New Zealand bush, rusa have the most narrow distribution of all of the recognized deer species here. Rusa deer seek cover during the day, time is spent sitting at first light glassing and judging them as they feed, proves to be the best way to hunt them. Male rusa deer (stags) can weigh up to 400 lbs with shots ranging from 150-250 yards this is a great New Zealand deer hunt to add to your safari.
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