Placement first
A well-placed moderate caliber outperforms a poorly placed magnum every time. Shoot what you shoot accurately.
Bullet construction
Thin-skinned game rewards expanding bullets. Heavy bone and dangerous game need controlled-expansion or solids that hold together.
Legal minimums
Many countries set legal minimum calibers for dangerous game. Check local regulations before you travel.
Per-species recommendations
AimVitals lists caliber recommendations for each of its 51 species, offline in the app.