Furs To Birds Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Pottsville, Pennsylvania

(570) 617-98332123 Panther Valley Rd, Pottsville, PA 17901View on Yelp

About Furs To Birds Taxidermy

Furs To Birds Taxidermy is based in Pottsville, the county seat of Schuylkill County in Pennsylvania's anthracite coal region. The name tells you exactly what range of work they handle, from fur-bearing mammals all the way through to bird mounts, covering nearly every species a Pennsylvania hunter might bring in. Schuylkill County has a strong hunting culture rooted in the working-class traditions of the region, and a studio in Pottsville serves that community well. Give them a call at (570) 617-9833 to discuss your project or check current availability.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

The name Furs To Birds makes the scope of work clear. On the fur side, that includes full body mounts for predators like coyote, fox, and bobcat, as well as rug mounts and pelt preparation for deer and bear. Bird work spans the full range from wild turkey and ruffed grouse, both common in Schuylkill County, to waterfowl and upland game birds like pheasant. Between those two categories, the studio also likely handles deer shoulder mounts, European skull mounts, antler mounting, and possibly fish work, making it one of the more broadly capable studios in the northern Pennsylvania region.

Service Area

Furs To Birds Taxidermy serves hunters throughout Schuylkill County and the surrounding areas of northeastern and central Pennsylvania. Communities like Minersville, Orwigsburg, Tamaqua, and Shamokin are all within reasonable range. The studio's broad service offerings make it a destination for customers across a wide swath of the anthracite region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's involved in a full body coyote or fox mount?
Full body predator mounts require the entire hide to be skinned out carefully, including the face, feet, and tail. The hide is tanned and then fitted over a commercial or custom foam form that replicates the animal's body in the chosen pose. Details like glass eyes, claws, and lip lines are finished by hand, and the whole process typically takes considerably longer than a basic deer shoulder mount.
Can a taxidermist work with a bear hide from Pennsylvania?
Yes, Pennsylvania bear mounts are legal as long as the animal was legally harvested with proper documentation. Bear rug mounts are popular and involve tanning the full hide with the head attached, often mounted on a felt backing with the head posed open or closed. Full body bear mounts are also possible but significantly more expensive and require a large display space.
How should I handle a turkey after harvest if I want it mounted?
Don't drag the turkey or let it get wet and muddy, since feather damage is permanent and hard to work around. Get it into a bag as soon as possible, keeping the feathers lying naturally, and freeze it if you can't get to the taxidermist that day. Avoid gutting it if mounting is the plan, since the body cavity is needed for the form fitting process.
What's a rug mount and how is it different from a full body mount?
A rug mount presents the hide flat on a decorative backing, usually felt or leather, with the head mounted in a natural position at one end. It's popular for bear, deer, and large predators, and takes up wall or floor space rather than the three-dimensional space a standing mount would need. Rug mounts are generally less expensive than full body mounts while still showcasing the full hide and skull.
Does Schuylkill County's terrain produce good trophy deer?
Yes, the ridge and valley country around Pottsville and across Schuylkill County produces quality whitetail deer, with hunters regularly taking mature bucks from the mixed forest and agricultural edges in the area. The region also has healthy bear and turkey populations. Local taxidermists here see a wide variety of Pennsylvania game each season, which gives them broad experience across multiple species.
What documentation do I need when dropping off a legally harvested animal?
For most Pennsylvania deer, bear, and turkey, you'll need to show your harvest tag or any tagging documentation required by the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Some taxidermists keep records of harvest documentation for their own protection, particularly for regulated species. If you're unsure what you need, check the Pennsylvania Game Commission's current regulations or ask the taxidermist when you call ahead.

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