The U S & Mexico nationals hunt highest rated markhors in Pakistan

According to Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) wildlife department, two foreign nationals hunted two highest-rated Astore markhors in GB region of Pakistan's Northern Areas under the 2021-22 trophy hunting program.

James Kevin of the U.S. hunted the markhor in Jutial conservancy area after paying $131,000 for trophy permit, and Viejo Gonzalez Jesus of Mexico in Bunji area for $136,000 fee.

80% of the hunting trophy amount goes to the community for wildlife conservation, while 20% goes to the government treasury.