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First of all, a brief description of what taxidermy means is necessary: Taxidermy is a general term which describes the numerous methods of reproducing a life-like representation of an animal for permanent display. In some cases, the skin ( including the fur, feathers or scales ) of the specimen is preserved and installed over an synthetic armature. In other cases, the specimen is reproduced entirely with manmade materials.

The word comes from two ancient Greek words as follows: “taxis” which means movement and “derma” which means skin. Therefore taxidermy means the movement of the skin. This definition is a fairly appropriate one as many taxidermy procedures involve removing the specimen’s natural skin, replacing the skin over an artificial body and adjusting the skin until it has a lifelike appearance.

Today’s taxidermy techniques involve many crafts such as carpentry, tanning, molding casting and also carpentry. All these but no talent at sculpture, painting or drawing are useless as you can’t do a good job with no talent, no matter you master the techniques. Nowadays, some taxidermy mounts don’t contain any animal parts at all as they are completely recreated with manmade materials. These works of taxidermy are displayed in museums, restaurants but also in educational institutions or personal homes.

When it comes down to wild turkey taxidermy there are many companies which offer professional services for enthusiasts, here are some examples of companies which deal with taxidermy :

With over 17 years of experience and many awards won for the work they have done, this is the best place when it comes down to taxidermy. They have a 1620 sq. ft. studio and a 12ft showroom with vaulted ceiling so all conditions are met for a professional work. Here are some of their accomplishments :

Contact Info:
Address: 697 E. London Groveport Rd. Lockbourne , Ohio 43137
Phone: 614-497-3972
E-Mail: animalartstudios@hotmail.com

They offer wild turkey taxidermy services but also services for other animals such as: whitetail, moose, buffalo, antelope etc. Here are only a few samples of their work :

Contact Info:
Address: Main Street NY 12942-0236
Phone: 518-576-9549
Fax: 518-576-9917
P.O. Box: 236
E-Mail: info@adirondackreflections.com

Buck’s Pro Mount Taxidermy is located in Central Indiana just southeast of Indianapolis, Indiana on Interstate 74. They have 23 years of taxidermy experience and have been in business to the public since 1994. In that time they have won numerous awards at the state and international level. Here is an example of what they do:

Contact Info:
Address: 9039 N. Punkinvine Rd. Fairland , IN 46126
Phone: 317-861-4783

Offering taxidermy services not only for turkey but also for goose, duck and other upland birds; this would be a very wise choice if you are in need of some taxidermy services. Here are some samples of their work:

Contact Info:
Address: 118 CO RD 575 Bridgeport , AL 35740
Phone: 256-495-2596
E-Mail: birdtaxidermy@aol.com

They offer taxidermy services for turkey, goose, grouse, quail, pheasant and duck. They also have mounts for sale if you are interested. Here are a few examples of what they do:

Contact Info:
Address: 36740 Freedom Rd Trinidad , CO 81082
Phone: 719-846-4567
E-Mail: BirdmanStudios@qwest.net

They offer taxidermy services for wild turkey, chukar partridge, dove, grouse, peacock and other animals as well. They have reasonable prices and fast turnaround time. Here are a few samples of their work:

Contact Info:
Address: Kamuela , Hawaii 96743
Phone: 808-885-4119
P.O. Box: 723
E-Mail: Taxidermyhi@earthlink.net

The best taxidermy products in the market will be used to mount your trophy. Clients’ wishes are followed when mounting their trophies. Your desires and their talents in bird taxidermy are incorporated together to accomplish a desirable outcome designed specifically for you. Here are a few examples of what they do:

Contact Info:
Address: Klamath Falls , Oregon 97601
Phone: 541-591-0133
E-Mail: wingedcreations@yahoo.com