Copsey's Critters Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Hollywood, Maryland

(240) 298-7609, Hollywood, MD 20636View on Yelp

About Copsey's Critters Taxidermy

Copsey's Critters Taxidermy is located in Hollywood, Maryland, a community in St. Mary's County on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. This part of the state offers a unique mix of hunting and fishing opportunities, from whitetail deer in the wooded farmland to striped bass and blue crabs in the Bay. St. Mary's County hunters have a strong tradition going back generations, and a local shop like Copsey's understands that culture well. The name itself suggests a broad range of animal work, which fits a region where people hunt, fish, and appreciate wildlife year-round.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Copsey's Critters Taxidermy handles deer mounts, fish taxidermy, and likely a variety of wildlife species that reflect the diverse hunting and fishing scene in Southern Maryland. Fish reproductions for Chesapeake Bay species like rockfish and flounder are a natural fit for this waterfront community. Game bird mounts, including turkeys and ducks from the Bay area flyway, are another area where Southern Maryland taxidermists stay busy. Smaller critter work, from squirrels to foxes, rounds out the kind of varied workload a shop with a name like Copsey's Critters would typically take on.

Service Area

Copsey's Critters Taxidermy serves the Hollywood area and the broader St. Mary's County region on Maryland's western shore. Customers from Lexington Park, Leonardtown, and Mechanicsville are all within easy driving distance. The shop's Southern Maryland location also puts it close to hunters and anglers from Calvert and Charles County looking for local taxidermy services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a taxidermist mount a striped bass or other Chesapeake Bay fish?
Absolutely, and the Chesapeake region produces some impressive striped bass that are worth preserving. Most taxidermists will use a fiberglass reproduction based on your measurements and photos, which holds up better over time than a traditional skin mount for fish.
What should I do with a wild turkey after harvest if I want it mounted?
Keep the bird as clean and cool as possible after the harvest, and avoid dragging it through the dirt or mud. Get it to the taxidermist quickly, or double-bag it and freeze it if you can't drop it off the same day.
How do I know if a taxidermist is skilled before I commit to using them?
Ask to see photos of finished work, either in person or on social media. A taxidermist with a track record of quality mounts will have no problem showing you examples, and you'll be able to judge the posing, paint work, and overall realism yourself.
Is there a difference in price between a reproduction and a skin mount for fish?
Reproductions are often comparable in price to skin mounts, and many taxidermists actually prefer them because the results are more consistent. The big advantage is that you don't have to sacrifice the fish, which matters for catch-and-release fishing.
Do taxidermists in Southern Maryland handle deer from other states?
Most do, as long as the deer was legally harvested and you have the proper documentation. Maryland hunters who cross into Virginia or Pennsylvania for deer hunts often bring their trophies back to their home taxidermist.
What's a habitat display and is it something a small local shop can do?
A habitat display incorporates natural elements like rocks, branches, grasses, or water features into the mount to create a realistic scene. Not every shop offers them, but it's worth asking since some local taxidermists do excellent custom habitat work.

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