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Taxidermy in South Dakota

Looking for taxidermy near me? Trackyn makes it easy to find taxidermists throughout South Dakota. 28 verified and community-listed taxidermists across South Dakota. Serving Aberdeen, Armour, Belle Fourche, Bristol, Brookings, Burke and more.

Taxidermy near me in South Dakota

Searching for taxidermy near me? Trackyn currently lists 28 taxidermists in South Dakota with the most listings around Yankton, Sioux Falls and Philip. Profiles like 605_wild Taxidermy Studio, A Tail for Tales, and Bach Taxidermy Studios show phone numbers, hours and service details so you can call ahead before the drive.

Choosing a taxidermist in South Dakota

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.