Bunyard Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Howard, Kansas

(620) 205-8394322 S Pine St, Howard, KS 67349View on Yelp

About Bunyard Taxidermy

Bunyard Taxidermy is located in Howard, Kansas, in Elk County in the southeastern corner of the state. This part of Kansas is genuine hunting country, with healthy whitetail populations, wild turkey, and access to the Flint Hills region that draws serious hunters year after year. Howard is a small community, but the surrounding land produces impressive trophies that deserve skilled preservation. A local studio like Bunyard understands the terrain and the animals that come out of it better than any out-of-state operation ever could.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Bunyard Taxidermy covers the core work that southeastern Kansas hunters need, starting with whitetail deer shoulder mounts and full body mounts for larger game species. Turkey mounts are particularly relevant here given the strong wild turkey population in Elk County and the surrounding Flint Hills. Fish mounts serve anglers working the local creeks and the Elk City Lake area. Antler mounting and skull cleaning round things out, giving clients choices at different price points depending on the trophy and their budget.

Service Area

Bunyard Taxidermy serves Howard, Kansas, and the surrounding Elk County communities including Longton and Moline. Hunters from neighboring Chautauqua, Montgomery, and Greenwood counties also make the trip to Howard, and the studio is reasonably accessible from Independence and Chanute.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bunyard Taxidermy work on turkey mounts?
Turkey mounts are a natural specialty for a southeastern Kansas studio given how strong the wild turkey population is in and around the Flint Hills. Full strut mounts and fan-and-beard displays are both popular options that Bunyard can likely accommodate.
What's the difference between a shoulder mount and a full body mount?
A shoulder mount captures the head, neck, and chest of the animal, which is the most common option for deer and similar game. A full body mount includes the entire animal and is more expensive, but it's ideal for predators, bears, or any trophy where the whole animal adds to the display.
Can I get a fish mounted from Elk City Lake?
Fish mounts are a standard taxidermy service, and local anglers with trophy catches from Elk City Lake or nearby waterways are good candidates. You can either bring in the actual fish or, for certain species, a good photo and measurements can work with a reproduction mount.
How do I properly care for a deer cape before dropping it off?
Field dress the deer promptly and keep the cape cool, ideally on ice or in a refrigerator. Don't cut the throat or cape too far forward, as you want to leave plenty of hide for the taxidermist to work with. Salting the cape is an option if you can't get it to the studio within a day or two.
Are reproduction mounts an option for fish?
Reproduction mounts are cast from a mold and painted to match your specific fish, which means you don't have to sacrifice the actual fish at all. They're durable, don't shrink over time, and can look just as striking as a skin mount when done well.
How long should I expect to wait for my finished mount?
Wait times in Kansas taxidermy studios typically run between one and two years, with the longest waits for pieces dropped off during the fall hunting season rush. Calling ahead to ask about current turnaround times gives you a realistic expectation before you commit.

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