TaxidermyXCraig Jones Taxidermy
Taxidermist in Independence, Missouri
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ExoticAbout Craig Jones Taxidermy
Craig Jones Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Independence, Missouri, operated full-time by veteran taxidermist Craig Jones.
The studio’s work appears at major retailers and schools, and it features what they describe as the largest showroom display in the Kansas City area.
They run a full-service operation that handles a wide range of species from North America and abroad.
Animal Mount Types
big game
- • Deer
- • Elk
- • Moose
- • Bear
- • Antelope
- • Sheep
birds
- • Ducks
- • Geese
- • Turkey
- • Pheasants
- • Quail
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- • African mammals
Animal Mount Details
They work on North American big game, small game mammals, waterfowl, birds, African game, and many other legally permitted species from around the world.
Available mount styles include European skull mounts, shoulder mounts, full-body mounts, bird mounts, and custom habitat-style presentations.
Owner Craig Jones has 47 years of full-time taxidermy experience, supported by degrees in biology and art and time spent teaching taxidermy in college.
Reviews and displays highlight award-winning, highly realistic work, especially for waterfowl and deer, with many customers calling the craftsmanship top-tier.
Pricing & Turnaround
They ask you to contact the studio directly for current pricing, and reviewers describe the prices as honest, fair, and a strong value.
Craig clearly explains expected lead times, with reviewers noting accurate quotes in the 9–12 month range and mounts completed within the promised window.
They offer custom habitat bases and showroom-quality displays, and you can view a large selection of finished mounts in their Independence showroom.
What Customers Say
Customers consistently praise the mounts as beautiful, realistic, and some of the best work they have seen, with many repeat clients bringing multiple animals.
Most reviews highlight friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable service, though one customer reported a lack of follow-up communication about an issue.
Reviewers value the honest expectation-setting on timing and say the studio does not overpromise, with work delivered within the discussed turnaround.
Find Out More
The studio is located at 301 Route 291 in Independence, Missouri, and serves hunters and clients from the greater Kansas City area and beyond.
You can call ahead during weekday business hours to discuss your project, confirm current lead times, and arrange a visit to their showroom.
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