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    Valdosta, Georgia

    Boneyard Creations & Taxidermy

    Taxidermist in Valdosta, Georgia

    5 (48 reviews)
    Big GameFishBirdsSmall GameReptilesExotic

    About Boneyard Creations & Taxidermy

    Boneyard Creations & Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Valdosta, Georgia, serving hunters and anglers from the Valdosta/Clyattville area and beyond.

    They operate as a full-time, full-service shop handling a wide range of trophies with an emphasis on quality work at reasonable prices.

    Their primary focus covers big game, small game, birds, reptiles, and fish, including both traditional mounts and specialty pieces like snakeskin belts.


    Animal Mount Types

    big game

    • Whitetail deer
    • Sheep
    • Elk

    fish

    • Fish Replicas
    • Fish Skin Mounts

    birds

    • Ducks
    • Geese
    • Pheasants
    • Quail
    • Turkey

    small game

    • Fox
    • Raccoon
    • Coyote
    • Bobcat
    • Otter
    • Beaver

    reptiles

    • Eastern diamondback rattlesnake
    • Timber rattlesnake
    • Alligator

    exotic

    • African game

    Animal Mount Details

    They work on big game, small game, birds, fish, predators, furbearers, reptiles, African game, and exotics.

    You can choose from shoulder mounts, full-body mounts, European and antler mounts, bird mounts, fish skin and replica mounts, tanning, and custom habitat bases.

    Owner Bubba Southall brings over 20 years of hunting and fishing experience across the U.S., Canada, and Africa, formal training from Blue Ribbon Birds Taxidermy School and Birds Only Taxidermy, and active involvement in the Georgia Taxidermy Association and Safari Club International scoring.

    Reviews highlight highly detailed, lifelike, and carefully finished mounts that show strong attention to detail and realism.


    Pricing & Turnaround

    They publish a detailed, itemized price list, with examples such as deer shoulder mounts around $850, European mounts for many species from about $100–$225, bird mounts starting around $475, lifesize turkeys around $1350, rattlesnake belts from $275–$325 and up, and largemouth bass at $25 per inch with a stated minimum.

    They aim to meet agreed-upon timeframes, clearly communicate any delays beyond their control, and reviews consistently report fast turnaround that is quicker than many other shops.

    Additional services include custom habitat bases, handcrafted and engraved rattlesnake belts, soft-tanned hides, trophy import dip-and-pack as a USDA-APHIS Approved Establishment, and a showroom you can visit during business hours or by appointment.


    What Customers Say

    5(48 reviews)
    Summary of customer sentiment based on reviews across the web

    Customers consistently praise the quality and realism of the work, often calling it the best in the area and noting impeccable detail on mounts and specialty pieces like European skulls and snakeskin belts.

    Reviewers describe the service as professional, friendly, organized, and highly communicative, with the team taking time to explain the process, honor requests, and make visits enjoyable.

    Many reviews emphasize reliable, fast turnaround, accurate follow-through on promises, strong value for the price, and a level of consistency that keeps customers coming back and recommending the shop to others.


    Find Out More

    The studio is based in Valdosta, Georgia, serving the local Valdosta/Clyattville community and customers who are willing to travel or ship their trophies.

    You can call or visit during their posted hours (Monday–Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm, weekends by appointment) to discuss your project, review pricing, or tour the showroom.

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