Top 10 Exotic Game Animals with Exceptional Flavors

In this ranking, I’ve outlined my preferred exotic wild game meats. For the context of this article, “exotic” refers to any wild animal not native to North America but introduced to the continent.

The pre-dawn breeze on the Hawaiian Island of Molokai was invigorating. Thanks to the exceptional efforts of Go Hawaii Outfitters, our encounters with deer were plentiful, swiftly guiding us to witness herds of axis retreating into the rugged hills to escape the day’s heat.

A majestic antlered buck ascended a steep escarpment into view, prompting us to swiftly narrow the distance, prepare for the shot, and secure our venison. There was minimal odor while field dressing and skinning the axis deer, and as I packaged the meat, my hunger grew. Thankfully, the wait wasn’t prolonged.

We relished axis smash burgers, seasoned only with salt and pepper. The flavor was remarkable, possessing a subtle sweetness. The proteins were mild and remarkably tender. During our stay, our hosts organized a luau, serving top sirloin steaks transformed into delectable cutlets. I indulged to the point of nearly bursting. Before our hunt concluded, we’d devoured tenderloins, backstraps, ground meat, and prime steaks.