The Japanese sika deer (Cervus nippon) was introduced to the Czech Republic in the late 19th century. Since then, the population has grown significantly, spreading to areas around 100 km from its original habitat. The sika deer is a resilient animal that can adapt to harsh environmental conditions and food shortages. They mainly inhabit coniferous and mixed forests interspersed with open grazing areas. They leave the forests to find food in meadows and fields. Hunting sika deer is probably one of the most challenging hunts you can experience in Europe. This is because sika deer are extremely cautious and have excellent senses. They can detect even the slightest movement and sense the presence of humans from a great distance. They do not provide hunters with many opportunities as they feed almost constantly and are always on the move. They can also move quickly to the centre of a meadow or cultivated field, putting them at a safe distance from the hunter. Sika deer hunting requires patience and skill, but it is precisely because of its difficulty that it is so intriguing and offers a memorable hunting experience. If you want to increase your chances of hunting a Japanese sika stag with a large trophy, the recommended hunting season is the rutting season in October, which usually peaks around the middle of the month. During this period, hunting is mainly organised from a high seats, with two outings, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. However, there is space for a lot of stalking in many areas. From November to January, you can enjoy some very exciting hunting days, with the hunt mainly organised by stalking and lying in wait in areas where sika deer venture out to find food. Due to the abundant Sika deer population, winter hunting also has a very high success rate. Furthermore, during winter, the Sika deer's coat turns a very dark shade, which is highly prized by hunters. However, the winter season is not recommended for those wishing to take home a very significant trophy. In this case, it is preferable to plan your hunt for October. Regarding trophy quality, it should be noted that the best areas, including those covered by this offer, produce a significant number of bronze and silver medal trophies each year. The number of gold-medal trophies is much more limited. By opening the PDF below, you will find a few of our offers.