Taxidermists in Cameron Parish, Louisiana

Hunting the marshes and coastal ridges of Cameron Parish often results in a trophy worth putting on the wall. Whether you are pulling a pintail out of the rice fields near Bell City or bringing in a buck from the cheniers, you need a local professional who understands how to handle specimens from this specific environment. The high humidity in Southwest Louisiana requires proper preservation techniques to ensure your mount lasts for years.

There are currently two taxidermy shops serving the parish, located in Bell City and Cameron. You can drop off your harvest at Broussard's Taxidermy or find a specialist closer to the coast. These local taxidermists are familiar with the plumage of Gulf Coast waterfowl and the antler characteristics of regional deer. It is best to call ahead for current turnaround times and specific instructions on how to field dress or freeze your trophy before transport.

2 taxidermists in Cameron Parish

Serving Bell City, Cameron.

Broussard's Taxidermy

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Bell City, LA

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Sportsmans Taxidermy

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Cameron, LA

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Using taxidermists in Cameron Parish

A taxidermist takes your cape and antlers, preps and tans the hide, then mounts the animal on a form. Most shops want the cape caped out and frozen, or the whole head delivered cold and unfrozen within a day or two of the kill.

What to ask before you commit

What is your current turnaround time, in months?
Do you tan in-house or send hides out?
What deposit do you require, and is it applied to the final price?
Can I see finished mounts of the same species?
How should I care for the cape before I bring it in?

What it usually costs

Shoulder mounts commonly run several hundred to well over a thousand dollars depending on species, form and finish work. European mounts are typically the least expensive option. Deposits of 30-50% are standard.

Timing matters

Get the cape cold fast. Do not salt or freeze a cape you plan to have mounted without asking the shop first — hair slip from a warm hide is the single most common ruined mount.