Rock Pigeon

Hunting for Rock Pigeon

The Rock or speckled pigeon is found across Southern Africa but the largest concentration of numbers are found in South Africa. As their name suggests, they originally inhabited rocky outcrops; as mankind has moved into their habitat, they have evolved to nest and roost in man made structures instead. The improved habitat combined with the ample food sources found in the farmers fields has caused a population boom. Once a flock targets a field of sunflowers, the farmer can expect to lose 20-30% of the crop. They are prolific breeders, each pair will lay 1-3 eggs 2-3 times a year, incubation lasts 14-18 days, and the chicks leave the nest 20-25 days later. The rock pigeon is a formidable quarry flying at speeds of up to 62 mph (100 kph) which is close to the speed of a red grouse.

How Frontiers Can Help Your Dream Rock Pigeon Become a Reality 

We have five decades of experience and our services are free. There are no surcharges for our efforts and advice. So why not give our team a call! Remember, we want to speak to you so we can best advise you! Below you will find a list of our fishing experts. Contact one of our consultants and they will do the following for you:

• Talk you through the options and provide you with impartial advice that you will not receive directly from a lodge. We have 50 years of sporting travel experience!
• If you like what you hear, we will book your trip and assist with all preparations.
• Frontiers will provide you with our industry leading pre-trip prior to your departure, which will tell you what to pack and how things will work.
• If you need equipment, we will put you in touch with some of the most knowledgeable people in the business. They will provide you with exactly what you need.
• While you travel, Frontiers provides 24-hour emergency contact.

Gear for shooting Rock Pigeons

Ear protection and gloves are the two most important parts. Outside that, a pair of comfy boots and some drab clothing and you will be pretty well set! We recommend either a 12g or a 20g for shooting rock pigeons. Like most game in Africa they are built tough.