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Taxidermists in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana

Lafayette Parish hunters have several options for mounting their harvest, with six local shops currently operating in the area. Most taxidermists here are concentrated in Lafayette and Youngsville, but you can also find services up in Carencro. Whether you are bringing in a buck from the local woods or waterfowl from the nearby marshes, these shops handle everything from shoulder mounts to bird work.

Deep South Wildlife Studio in Youngsville is one of the established locations serving the parish. You will find that most of these professionals understand the specific needs of Louisiana sportsmen, including proper hide preservation and antler mounting. Since many of these shops operate out of private studios, it is best to call ahead before heading over with your trophy.

6 taxidermists in Lafayette Parish

Serving Carencro, Lafayette, Youngsville.

Using taxidermists in Lafayette 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.

Other services in Lafayette Parish

Bow Shops (3)Meat Processors (1)

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