How much does it cost to have a fish replica made?

The price of replica fish mounts ranges from $10 to $16 per inch, which is broadly similar to the price of skin mounts (though replica mounts can be slightly cheaper when it comes to mounting coldwater fish or saltwater fish).

Can I get a fish mounted from a picture?

By using your photos of the fish along with our own reference photos of the species we will create a replica of your fish according to the special coloring, markings, measurements and/or weight you request. The finished mount looks extremely real and alive versus dead and mounted.

Can taxidermy be done on fish?

Many people associate taxidermy exclusively with large land animals, like bears, deer and mountain lions. It’s actually possible, however, to taxidermy virtually any animal—including fish.

What measurements do you need for a replica fish mount?

How to Measure a Fish For a Perfect Replica Mount

• Measure from the tip of the tail, not the fork of the tail.
• Take the girth measurement at the widest point of the fish, which is usually right before the dorsal fin.
• Get a quality photo of the fish so the taxidermist can replicate its color.

How much does a replica bass Mount cost?

It’s a never-ending thing,” says Phillips, who has about 1,000 molds in his supply. His reproduction mounts cost approximately $250 for an 8-pound bass, whereas a skin mount for the same size fish is about $150. The Alabama taxidermist creates more than 1,000 replica bass mounts a year.

How is a fish taxidermy made?

The fish was skinned, mounted, dried and painted. That was the process. Without the proper climate, this dated process often resulted in the deterioration of the mount. Still being marketed as “fish taxidermy,” our fish mounts are spectacular fiberglass replicas and reproductions that are much more realistic in appearance.

Why choose advanced taxidermy studios for your fish mounts?

A long standing commitment to production of industry leading fish replicas for fisherman around the world has given Advanced Taxidermy Studios the signification distinction as the global expert in the production of high quality fish mounts.

Why choose fish eyes taxidermy?

Fish eyes are the best in taxidermy, re-created by using high-definition photography to fuse the natural image into accurately shaped lens. Fish replica fins are museum quality and transparent. Museum quality fish mounts involve many steps. We take the extra step to assure your fish is carefully crafted and painted.

What makes a fiberglass fish replica so special?

Award winning fiberglass fish reproductions are cast from perfect specimens. Fish eyes are the best in taxidermy, re-created by using high-definition photography to fuse the natural image into accurately shaped lens. Fish replica fins are museum quality and transparent.