Take all four subspecies of ibex that our found in Spain in one hunt.
The Spanish Ibex Grand Slam is one of the most prestigious achievements in mountain hunting. Spain is the only country in the world where hunters can pursue four distinct subspecies of Iberian Ibex (Capra pyrenaica) — all within one incredible trip.
Each subspecies offers its own unique challenge, horn style, and stunning landscape. Completing the Grand Slam means harvesting one of each: Gredos, Beceite, Southeastern (Sierra Nevada), and Ronda Ibex. It’s a true bucket-list hunt that tests skill, endurance, and planning.
At Outdoors International, we specialize in making this dream a reality with experienced local guides, fair-chase mountain hunts, and world-class outfitting.
The Four Subspecies of Spanish Ibex – A Complete Breakdown
Here’s everything you need to know about each subspecies, including their physical characteristics, horn traits, and the specific regions where they are hunted.
Gredos Ibex (Capra pyrenaica victoriae)
The King of Spanish Ibex — the largest and most iconic subspecies.
- Size: Largest body mass of the four; mature males often exceed 200–250 lbs.
- Horn Characteristics: Classic lyre-shaped horns with a pronounced backward curve and spiral. Tips typically point upward. Horns are thick at the base with impressive length and mass.
- Appearance: Darker coat, powerful build.
- Where They Are Hunted: Central Spain — primarily the Sierra de Gredos and Sierra de Guadarrama mountains (near Madrid), as well as select reserves in the Central System.
- Hunting Experience: Rugged granite peaks and high alpine terrain. Known for excellent glassing opportunities and challenging stalks.
Beceite Ibex (Capra pyrenaica hispanica)
The Wide & Powerful — famous for its dramatic horn spread.
- Size: Very large, often rivaling or exceeding Gredos in overall trophy quality.
- Horn Characteristics: Wide, sweeping, and heavily ringed horns that flare outward in a “palm-tree” or airplane-wing shape. Straighter than Gredos with a wide arc and impressive mass.
- Appearance: Dark coat, robust build.
- Where They Are Hunted: Northeastern Spain — the Beceite Mountains (Maestrazgo region) spanning Teruel, Tarragona, and Castellón provinces.
- Hunting Experience: Beautiful rocky cliffs and Mediterranean-style mountains. High population density in many areas makes for exciting stalks.
Southeastern Spanish Ibex (Sierra Nevada Ibex) (Capra pyrenaica hispanica)
The Flared & Elegant — often called Sierra Nevada Ibex.
- Size: Medium — smaller and lighter in color than Gredos and Beceite, but larger and darker than Ronda.
- Horn Characteristics: Beautifully flared horns with a strong backward curve. Horn shape varies by mountain range; Sierra Nevada animals often show the largest and most impressive horns in this group. Some develop a near-circular shape with tips turning toward the neck.
- Appearance: Lighter coat, agile build suited to steep terrain.
- Where They Are Hunted: Southeastern Spain — Sierra Nevada (Granada), plus the mountain ranges of Tejada, Almijara, Lujar, Cazorla, and Muela de Cortes.
- Hunting Experience: Dramatic desert-like cliffs and high rocky peaks. A true test of mountain hunting ability.
Ronda Ibex (Capra pyrenaica hispanica)
The Smallest & Most Elusive — the ultimate challenge.
- Size: Clearly the smallest of the four subspecies.
- Horn Characteristics: Tight, compact, and heavily curled horns. Shorter and straighter than the others, but very distinctive.
- Appearance: Compact body, excellent camouflage in rocky terrain.
- Where They Are Hunted: Southern Spain — the isolated mountain ranges around Ronda in Málaga province (primarily Sierra de Grazalema and Sierra de las Nieves).
- Hunting Experience: Extremely rugged, low-density areas. This is often considered the hardest of the four due to difficult access and wary animals. A true trophy for serious mountain hunters.
Why Hunters Choose Outdoors International for the Spanish Ibex Grand Slam
- Expert local guides who know every mountain range intimately
- Flexible hunt packages (you can hunt all four in one 10–14 day trip)
- Fair-chase mountain hunting — no high fences
- Opportunity to experience Spain’s culture, food, and scenery between hunts
- Full support with licenses, transfers, and trophy handling
Ready to complete your Spanish Ibex Grand Slam?
Contact us today to start planning your custom hunt. Whether you want to knock out all four subspecies in a single epic trip or spread them across multiple seasons, we’ll build the perfect itinerary for you.
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