Taxidermists in Virginia Beach City County, Virginia

Hunting the marshes and fields around Virginia Beach often yields waterfowl, deer, and the occasional black bear. When you land a trophy in this part of Tidewater, finding a local shop to handle the mount is important for preserving the memory of the trip. The humidity in coastal Virginia can be hard on hides, so getting your harvest to a professional quickly ensures the best results for your wall.

There is currently one taxidermy specialist listed in the city, with Open Acres Taxidermy providing services to local sportsmen. Whether you are coming in from a hunt near Back Bay or the surrounding timber, you can find professional mounting services right in Virginia Beach to finish your season.

1 taxidermist in Virginia Beach City County

Serving Virginia Beach.

Open Acres Taxidermy

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Using taxidermists in Virginia Beach City 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.