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The Complete Guide to Upland Bird Taxidermy: How to Prepare and Preserve Pheasants, Grouse, Quail, and other Gamebirds

Brand: Connecticut: Lyons Press

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UPC:
9781592286898
Maximum Purchase:
2 units
Binding:
Hardcover
Publication Date:
2006-01-01
Author:
Todd Triplett
Language:
english
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To preserve the memory of a special day afield, many hunters like to have their birds
mounted, for display in special spots in home or cabin.

In this all-inclusive, illustrated workbook, veteran taxidermist Todd Triplett covers every
aspect of upland bird taxidermy. Chapters included are:
. Skinning and fleshing . Preservation methods . Prepping for mounting, and choosing
mounting options . Using references . Habitat scenery or display attachments . Manikins
and wrapping bodies for skeletal and muscular structure replacement . Special tips for individual
species, including quail, grouse (ruffed and other subspecies), pheasant, woodcock,
chukars . Delicate birds . Specialty mounts . Dealing with fleshy areas . And much more