Argentina Perdiz Hunting

Perdiz hunting in Argentina is among one of the most traditional opportunities offered by outfitters of the region. The Perdiz are pursued throughout low brush fields of Argentina with the help of English Setters or Brittany Spaniels. Greatly enjoyed by the leisurely gentlemen, the Argentina Perdiz hunt is the one unique low volume opportunity offered in the country.  The Perdiz offers a challenging escape from high volume and the opportunity to experience well-trained upland bird hunting dogs.

Perdiz

(Tinamou)

The Perdiz is very similar to the upland birds of North America in the their size and body shape, but very different in their flying patterns and covey styles. The Perdiz are most commonly found in scattered singles and pairs throughout low cut fields and rolling plots of South America. They are characterized by their speedy flush, the unique whistle of their rapid wing-beat, and their notable departing speed. As a member of the Tinamidea family, the Perdiz’s primary instinct is walk, low to the ground, making scent trails easy for pointers, and holding well for sportsmen. One of the most attractive qualities of the Perdiz is its natural instinct to hold for flush, and its ability to depart with speed, this combination makes an enjoyable morning or afternoon over upland bird hunting dogs.

 

The Perdiz feed on small insects, grubs, clovers, and seed, making them excellent table fair. With the natural instinct to walk, run, and hunker as their primary defense, the breast meat of the Perdiz is a tender, white meat that makes eating the game bird second only to the hunt.

 

The fact that the female Perdiz mature within months of hatching and can reproduce and lay eggs (4-6) time a year, and are notoriously found in well concealed locations helps contribute to their strong population. Also contributing to their growing numbers is the fact that very few locals find the sport of hunting Perdiz attractive, this allows for a naturally strong conservation program that provides the sporting opportunity that has become so popular for upland hunters.  The Perdiz populations in South America are unique to specific regions, provinces, and countries and are greatly influenced by the history of hunting pressure, the ability for small populations to bread, and the areas seasonal conditions.  An original upland experience that is truly unique to the regions of southern South America.