Mike’s Wildlife Studio Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Berlin Center, Ohio

(330) 540-55766225 Bedell Rd, Berlin Center, OH 44401View on Yelp

About Mike’s Wildlife Studio Taxidermy

Mike's Wildlife Studio Taxidermy serves hunters and collectors in Berlin Center, Ohio, a rural community in Mahoning County surrounded by prime whitetail deer and turkey habitat. Northeast Ohio's hunting seasons keep local taxidermists busy, and having a studio close to home means your trophy doesn't travel far before work begins. The area's mix of farmland and woodlots produces quality deer, making shoulder and European skull mounts among the most requested services. If you're bringing in a buck from the surrounding Mahoning Valley region, this studio is worth a call.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Mike's Wildlife Studio handles the full range of taxidermy work hunters in this region need most. Deer shoulder mounts are a core offering, involving careful skin preparation, form fitting, and hand-painted detail work to capture lifelike expression. Turkey fans, bird mounts, and small game mounts round out the typical menu for Ohio's diverse hunting seasons. Fish mounts, whether skin mounts or reproductions, are also common requests from anglers working nearby lakes and rivers in the region.

Service Area

Mike's Wildlife Studio is based in Berlin Center, Ohio, serving clients from across Mahoning County and neighboring Portage and Trumbull counties. Hunters and anglers from Youngstown, Warren, and the surrounding townships regularly bring their work here. The studio's central location in northeast Ohio makes it accessible from a wide stretch of the region.

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I prepare my deer before bringing it in for a shoulder mount?
Keep the hide as cool as possible and avoid cutting through the brisket or neck area, since those cuts can affect the mount. Call the studio before your hunt if you're unsure, and they can walk you through field care steps specific to shoulder mounts.
How long does a deer shoulder mount typically take to complete in Ohio?
Most shoulder mounts take anywhere from six months to over a year depending on the studio's current workload and the time of year you drop off. Peak season after Ohio's firearms deer opener means higher volume and longer wait times.
Do you do fish mounts for species caught in Ohio lakes and rivers?
Yes, fish mounts are a standard service and can be done as either a traditional skin mount or a fiberglass reproduction. Reproductions are increasingly popular because they hold color better over time and allow catch-and-release anglers to mount fish they've let go.
What's the difference between a European skull mount and a full shoulder mount?
A European skull mount involves cleaning and whitening just the skull and antlers, while a shoulder mount includes the preserved skin, glass eyes, and a sculpted form to recreate the animal's full head and neck. Skull mounts are generally less expensive and have a clean, modern look that's popular right now.
Can you mount birds like wild turkey or pheasant?
Bird mounts are a specialty at many Ohio studios, covering full body poses, fan mounts, or combination displays. For turkeys, keep the bird cool and avoid field dressing it so the taxidermist has all the feathers and skin intact to work with.
How much does taxidermy typically cost for common Ohio game?
Prices vary by studio and mount type, but deer shoulder mounts in Ohio generally run between $400 and $700, while European skull mounts are typically $100 to $200. Fish and bird mounts are priced by size and complexity, so it's best to call for a specific quote.

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