Central Flyway Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Westerville, Ohio

(614) 891-6936268 N State St, Ste B, Westerville, OH 43081View on Yelp
Central Flyway Taxidermy - taxidermy in Westerville, OH

About Central Flyway Taxidermy

Central Flyway Taxidermy is based in Westerville, a suburb just north of Columbus with easy access to some of Ohio's best waterfowl and upland bird hunting country. The name is a direct nod to the Central Flyway, a major migratory bird corridor, which signals a clear focus on bird taxidermy work. Westerville sits near Hoover Reservoir, a well-known waterfowl area that draws hunters from across the region each fall and winter. For duck, goose, or pheasant hunters looking for a local specialist who takes bird work seriously, this shop is worth a call.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Bird taxidermy is a highly detailed craft that demands careful feather positioning, accurate eye selection, and a natural pose that captures the bird in a lifelike moment. Waterfowl mounts like mallard, Canada goose, and teal are common requests in this part of Ohio, and a shop with a flyway-focused identity likely has deep experience with these species. Upland bird work including pheasant, grouse, and woodcock requires different techniques because of feather structure and body shape. Habitat displays, where the bird is shown in a natural setting with reeds, water, or grasses, take the finished piece to another level entirely.

Service Area

Central Flyway Taxidermy serves Westerville and the broader Columbus metro area, including communities like New Albany, Gahanna, and Johnstown. The shop's proximity to Hoover Reservoir and other central Ohio hunting areas makes it a convenient stop for local waterfowl hunters. Customers from Delaware County and Licking County also have easy access.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I handle a bird after I shoot it to preserve it for mounting?
Keep the feathers clean and avoid handling the bird excessively after the harvest. Wrap it loosely in paper towels, place it in a plastic bag, and freeze it as soon as possible if you can't bring it in right away.
Can you mount multiple birds in a single habitat display?
Yes, grouping two or three birds together in a shared habitat scene is a popular request, especially for paired species like mallard drakes and hens. It creates a more dynamic display and tells a story about the hunt.
Do you work on turkey mounts as well as waterfowl?
Turkey mounts are common in Ohio and most bird taxidermists handle them regularly. Full body turkey mounts in a strut pose are a popular choice among spring turkey hunters.
What's the typical turnaround time for a bird mount?
Bird mounts often take three to six months depending on the shop's workload and the complexity of the piece. A simple standing mount moves faster than a detailed habitat display with multiple elements.
Are reproductions available for birds, like they are for fish?
Bird reproductions are less common than fish reproductions, but some shops do offer them for rare or difficult species. Most waterfowl hunters prefer working with the actual bird they harvested.
What makes Central Ohio a good region for waterfowl hunting and mounting?
Ohio sits within active migratory corridors, and reservoirs like Hoover and Alum Creek attract a solid variety of ducks and geese each season. That means local taxidermists in this area see a high volume of bird work and build real experience with it.

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