Busacca Gallery

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The History of Trophy Horns from Africa: The tradition of collecting trophy horns from Africa dates back to the era of European exploration and colonial expansion in the 18th and 19th centuries. During this time, big-game hunting safaris became popular among European elites, who saw the African wilderness as a proving ground for adventure, status, and masculinity. Hunters targeted animals like antelope, buffalo, kudu, and other horned species, often preserving their horns as trophies to commemorate their achievements. Trophy rooms and hunting lodges filled with mounted horns and taxidermy specimens became symbols of wealth, power, and conquest. Over time, these practices raised ethical concerns as hunting contributed to the decline of certain species and disrupted ecosystems. Today, international regulations such as CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) strictly control the trade of animal parts, including horns, to protect endangered wildlife. Although historical trophies are still valued as collectibles, the modern conversation emphasizes conservation and the importance of protecting Africa’s rich biodiversity.