CAS Taxidermy Studio
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Springfield, MO
Taxidermists in Greene County, Missouri
Greene County offers reliable options for preserving your harvest, whether you are hunting the hardwood ridges near Springfield or the open country around Strafford. Most local shops handle standard Missouri game like whitetail deer and wild turkey, but you can also find expertise for larger mammals and waterfowl.
The taxidermists in this area, including CAS Taxidermy Studio in Springfield, understand the local seasons and the importance of a quick turnaround after the rut. Having a professional located near the main hunting corridors makes it easier to drop off your cape while it is still fresh. These shops provide the technical skill needed to ensure your trophy looks right on the wall.
2 taxidermists in Greene County
Serving Springfield, Strafford.
Brian's Wildlife Studio
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Strafford, MO
Using taxidermists in Greene County
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.