Hunting Is A Way to Deeply Connect With Portugal's Lush Nature

From the earliest steps of his childhood, Tiago Tacão walked the paths of the countryside alongside his father, immersing himself in the hunts that became an essential part of his life. Born in Santarém, a city up the north of the Tajo River, near Lisbon, Tiago found in hunting a way to deeply connect with Portugal's lush nature.

Accompanying his father on his forays into the countryside not only ignited his passion for hunting but also provided him with valuable education about respect for wildlife and the importance of ethics and responsibility in hunting.

For Tiago, each hunting method offers unique challenges and moments of enchantment. Whether in a waiting, immersed in the calm of the night, or during daytime hunts at sunrise and sunset, he finds in observing wildlife in its natural habitat an endless source of admiration.

The Diversity of Hunting in Portugal

In Portugal, hunting is a tradition deeply rooted in local culture, with a variety of species that can be hunted throughout the year. From wild boars to deer and roe deer, Tiago enjoys the diversity of Portuguese fauna in its different hunting modalities.

His favorite hunting modality is waiting at night, but he also enjoys driven hunting and stalking. In his words: "Waiting is a practice that allows me to enjoy the calm of the night and sharpen my senses to the sounds of the nature, especially when awaiting the arrival of wild boars."

The Challenges and Charms of Daytime and Twilight Hunting
The similarities between daytime and twilight hunting involve knowing which animal we want to hunt, with ethics and responsibility towards nature. According to Tiago, "a twilight hunt allows us to wait for the animals to approach, and in the darkness of the night, hearing is one of the most important senses for the hunter, while in a daytime hunt, we approach the animal with the utmost care to avoid making noise and being almost invisible, which activates our predator instinct."

Essential Equipment for Daytime and twilight Hunting
When preparing for his daytime and twilight hunts, Tiago carefully selects his equipment, relying on the advanced technology of the HIKMICRO ALPEX 4K digital scope and the HIKMICRO HABROK HQ35L binoculars to ensure a precise and efficient hunting experience. These devices offer him the ability to detect and spot animals even in low-light conditions, thus providing a crucial advantage in his field adventures.

Tiago Tacão shares his experience with the products that are essential parts of his hunting adventures. Regarding the HIKMICRO ALPEX 4K, he states: "The HIKMICRO ALPEX 4K is a digital scope that has transformed my hunts. With its sharp and precise vision, even in low-light conditions, I can make accurate shots even when the sun is setting. The 4K+ UHD image sensor provides perfect image quality, and the semi-circular OLED screen allows me to detect all the surroundings and field of view necessary for a successful hunt."

About the HIKMICRO HABROK HQ35L binoculars, Tiago reveals: "The HIKMICRO HABROK HQ35L binocular is a true ally in my search for the perfect target. With their multispectral technology, I can detect animals at long distances and make precise shots with the laser rangefinder. The option for daytime, nighttime, and thermal vision, along with the UHD OLED screen, allows efficient detection even in wooded environments. With these binoculars, I can make much more precise shots, even at a distance of 1000 meters."

Passion and Adventure 
For Tiago Tacão, hunting is not just about bringing down an animal but rather a journey of self-discovery, friendship, and connection with nature. Born hunter, Tiago Tacão follows in the footsteps of his ancestors, honoring a tradition that is both ancient and renewed with each dawn. He says that "hunting is more than an activity; it is a way of life, a way to be in tune with the world around us." Over the years, this passion has only grown in Tiago. With each journey, with each successful shot, he feels more connected to nature and more grateful for the opportunity to experience its beauty and mystery.

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