Uruguay is unquestionably the world's foremost destination to
perdiz hunt. Perdiz, which literally translates to "partridge", are
upland game birds slightly larger than quail that hold very well
for pointing dogs. The sport of Uruguay perdiz hunt began as
soon as the first European immigrants, primarily of Castilian and
Italian origin, recognized that perdiz not only put their double
guns and bird dogs to good use, but that its delectable white
breast meat is second to none as table fare.
Uruguay's predominate land cover-type is pampas, from the
Guarani Indian word for level plain, and is characterized as rich,
short-grass. Habitat, climate and land use patterns in
Uruguay remain absolutely perfect for perdiz, whose closest nearby
kin is the ostrich-like rhea.
During a typical Uruguay perdiz hunt, a couple hunters and guide
will flush 30-50 perdiz during a leisurely-paced hunt.
Stylish, European-bred setters or English pointers hold perdiz with
staunch, picture-perfect points every time, moving only as needed
to pin perdiz. Perdiz sometimes run but usually not far.
Eventually, they will sit tight to the point and provide a
walk in for close-range shots. Open-choked 12-gauge and
20-bore upland guns are perfect.
During a Uruguay perdiz hunt, birds flush from grass 3-4 inches
high, up to maybe about 10 inches high. Sometimes from right
under your feet! An absence of brush makes for easy shooting. An
absence of snakes, cacti, or other unfortunate elements is a bonus.
Sometimes only one perdiz flushes, but two-bird rises are
common. Productive fields, superior pointing dogs, and good
guides characterize our Uruguay perdiz hunts and usually result in
brief, 2-3 hour hunts despite generous, 10-bird
limits.
A Uruguay perdiz hunt elicits exciting stories of beautiful
points, famous hits - and infamous misses. How they hide so
well in the paucity of available cover, or depart so quickly in a
loud thunder of short wings is beyond us, but perdiz certainly make
for an exciting upland bird hunt.
In addition to the inherently high-density of perdiz in Uruguay,
the increased popularity of Uruguay perdiz hunting is attributable
to it pairing easily with duck hunting or dove hunting during a
single day. High-volume Uruguay duck hunts and Uruguay dove
hunts compliment perdiz hunting well, and are included in our
Uruguay hunting programs.
Perched majestically atop a knoll with a striking 360 degree
view of the fertile Uruguayan countryside is Estancia San Juan, the
newest edition to the David Denise Wingshooting venues. Managed by
partners and long time shooting hosts Bernardo and Mercedes Barran,
San Juan offers the convenience of shooting all game birds in
Uruguay. perdiz hunting accompanied by ducks, doves, and
pigeons from just one destination with the assurance of a
world-class outfitter known for attention to detail and
quality.
As the early morning fog lifts from the pastures and waterways,
shooters will find themselves in short grass fields perdiz hunting
over Bernardo's prized setters or perhaps in a dry barrel blind as
duck and pigeons waffle into a decoy spread. Following the morning
shoot, enjoy lunch as a traditional South American asado (barbeque)
in the field or return to the estancia for a sit-down affair
featuring grilled meats and fine wine. Afternoon Uruguay dove
hunts provide limitless shooting. Our clients report "as many doves
as seen in Cordoba".
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San Cirilo offers guests the flexibility not only hunt perdiz in
Uruguay, but also their choice of high-volume dove hunts, duck
hunts or decoying pigeon hunts without ever venturing more than a
half-hour from the comfort of the lodge. First-class service,
experienced hosts, luxury accommodations and plenty of shooting
opportunities all combined into the perfect Uruguay perdiz
hunt.
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