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Taxidermists in Yellowstone County, Montana

Yellowstone County offers access to big game in the nearby mountains and waterfowl along the river bottoms. When you get a trophy down, finding a local shop in Billings is the most practical way to handle your mount without dealing with long-distance shipping. Local taxidermists in this area understand the specific caping and preservation needs for Montana elk, deer, and upland birds.

Anglers and Antlers Taxidermy in Billings is one of the available options for hunters needing professional work. They handle everything from shoulder mounts to bird displays. Having a shop centrally located in the county makes it easier to drop off your harvest while the hide is still fresh and discuss the specific pose you want for your trophy.

8 taxidermists in Yellowstone County

Serving Billings, Laurel.

Using taxidermists in Yellowstone 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.

Other services in Yellowstone County

Bow Shops (6)Meat Processors (1)

Taxidermists in nearby Montana counties

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