Taxidermists in Tompkins County, New York

Tompkins County hunters working the ridges around Ithaca or the edges of Connecticut Hill need a reliable hand to handle their trophies. Whether you are bringing in a heavy-racked buck from the southern hills or a longbeard from the local hardwoods, getting the hide and antlers to a professional quickly is key.

Our directory features local service in Ithaca, including Fabrica Taxidermy, to help preserve your season. These professionals understand the specific anatomy of Finger Lakes whitetails and regional waterfowl. Having a shop close to your hunting grounds makes it easier to drop off your harvest and discuss the specific mount details without driving across the state.

2 taxidermists in Tompkins County

Serving Ithaca, Lansing.

Battling Bucks Taxidermy

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Lansing, NY

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Fabrica Taxidermy

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Ithaca, NY

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Using taxidermists in Tompkins 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.

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