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Taxidermist in Ponchatoula, Louisiana
BirdsAbout Duckman Taxidermy
Duckman Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, owned and operated by avid hunter and outdoorsman Derek Crayton.
The studio focuses on lifelike custom bird work, with a strong emphasis on waterfowl and other game birds, guided by values of God, family, and the outdoors.
You can expect close collaboration on pose and base choices to create mounts that reflect your hunt and personal preferences.
Animal Mount Types
birds
- • Sea ducks
- • Pheasants
- • Canada geese
Animal Mount Details
Duckman Taxidermy primarily specializes in birds and waterfowl, covering a wide range of game birds and other migratory species.
They offer custom bird mounts with client-selected poses and base options, including driftwood and optional habitat-style bases and plaques.
Derek has a deep background in South Louisiana hunting and has turned that passion for the outdoors into a dedicated, full-time bird-focused taxidermy studio.
The studio stresses meticulous craftsmanship, realistic poses, and constantly refining techniques to produce some of the most lifelike bird mounts possible.
Pricing & Turnaround
A $200 deposit is required, standard bird prices include cypress driftwood, and you can call for detailed quotes on other species, bases, plaques, habitats, shipping, and expedited services.
They aim to deliver quality mounts in a timely fashion, enter your bird into their schedule once it and the deposit are received, and offer expedited turnaround on request.
Optional bases, plaques, and custom habitat-style setups are available, and they provide detailed instructions for inspecting, freezing, and shipping birds with required migratory tags.
What Customers Say
Reviewers consistently praise the outstanding realism and attention to detail, saying the mounts look fantastic and are pieces they will cherish for years.
Customers describe the service as friendly, professional, and trustworthy, noting clear communication, helpful guidance on options, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
Reviews repeatedly highlight quick, reliable turnaround and many customers say they will return with more birds and recommend Duckman Taxidermy to others.
Find Out More
Located in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, Duckman Taxidermy serves hunters locally and accepts shipped birds at its Ponchatoula address.
Contact the studio directly to discuss your bird, confirm pricing, review pose and base options, and get shipping or drop-off instructions.
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