Wild Preservation Taxidermy

Taxidermist in Wooster, Ohio

(330) 988-6701, Wooster, OH 44691View on Yelp

About Wild Preservation Taxidermy

Wild Preservation Taxidermy operates out of Wooster, Ohio, a city in Wayne County known for its agricultural roots and strong hunting culture. The shop's name reflects a commitment to preserving specimens with care and accuracy, which matters to hunters and collectors who want their trophies to look lifelike for decades. Wooster sits between Columbus and Cleveland, drawing customers from a wide stretch of northeast-central Ohio. Whether you're a deer hunter, a waterfowl enthusiast, or a fisherman, this area supports a diverse range of taxidermy needs.

Services

Taxidermy

Services & Process

Wild Preservation likely handles the full range of taxidermy work including trophy mounts, full body mounts, fish reproductions, and bird mounts. Trophy shoulder mounts for whitetail deer are the most common request in this region, involving precise cape preparation, form selection, and careful finishing work around the eyes and nose. Fish mounts can be done from the actual skin or as reproductions cast from measurements, with the reproduction method producing more durable and colorful results. Bird mounts require detailed feather care and positioning, particularly for popular Ohio game birds like pheasant and turkey.

Service Area

Wild Preservation Taxidermy serves Wooster and the broader Wayne County area, including nearby towns like Orrville, Rittman, and Millersburg. The shop's central location makes it accessible to hunters and anglers across northeast-central Ohio. Customers from Ashland, Holmes, and Medina counties also find Wooster a reasonable drive for quality taxidermy work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you mount both freshwater fish and saltwater fish?
Most taxidermists can work with both, though saltwater fish often require reproduction mounts because the skin degrades quickly after the catch. If you're bringing in a trophy from a fishing trip out of state, high-quality photos taken right after the catch will help the taxidermist match the colors accurately.
What's the best way to preserve a bird after harvesting it for mounting?
Keep the feathers dry and the bird cool. Don't gut it, and avoid folding or bending the wings in ways that could break feathers. Wrapping the bird loosely in paper and placing it in a plastic bag before freezing it is the standard method if you can't get it to the taxidermist right away.
Do you offer habitat displays for mounts?
Habitat displays add a naturalistic setting to a mount, incorporating rocks, branches, grasses, or water features to create a scene. They're more expensive than standard mounts but make a strong visual statement, especially for bird and fish pieces.
How do I know if the price I'm being quoted is fair?
Taxidermy pricing varies by species, mount type, and the taxidermist's experience level. Getting two or three quotes from local shops and comparing what's included, not just the base price, is a smart approach. A lower quote isn't always a better deal if it means less detailed finishing work.
Can a taxidermist work from a photo if the original specimen isn't available?
A taxidermist can create a reproduction mount using photos and measurements, which is common for catch-and-release fish. The more detailed your photos, especially of coloring and fin shape, the more accurate the final piece will be.
What should I look for in a finished mount to know it's quality work?
Check the eyes first. They should look natural and sit correctly in the eye sockets without excess material around them. The seams where the skin was joined should be invisible, and the overall pose should look like the animal is in a natural position, not stiff or awkward.

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