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    Ridge Farm, Illinois

    Panther Creek Taxidermy

    Taxidermist in Ridge Farm, Illinois

    5 (7 reviews)
    Big GameBirdsSmall Game

    About Panther Creek Taxidermy

    Panther Creek Taxidermy is a taxidermy studio located in Ridge Farm, Illinois, offering full-service work on mammals, gameheads, and birds by appointment.

    You work directly with owner Amanda Weathers, who emphasizes quality workmanship, ongoing education, and customized habitat options for your mounts.

    The studio focuses on traditional big game and bird taxidermy rather than fish, reptiles, or pets.


    Animal Mount Types

    big game

    • Deer
    • Elk
    • Antelope

    birds

    • Ducks
    • Geese

    small game

    • Fox
    • Coyote
    • Bobcat
    • Squirrel

    Animal Mount Details

    Panther Creek Taxidermy primarily works on big game, small game mammals, and birds, and does not accept fish, reptiles, or pets.

    You can choose from shoulder mounts, European mounts, and bird mounts with custom habitat presentations.

    Amanda began learning taxidermy in 2009 at Kindred Spirits School of Taxidermy, completing formal courses over two years in tanning, game heads, mammals, birds, and fish.

    She has continued to refine her craft through conventions, competitions, seminars, and workshops, and is an active member of both the Illinois Taxidermists Association and the National Taxidermists Association.


    Pricing & Turnaround

    Example prices include $850 for a deer shoulder mount, $200 for a deer European mount, $25 for a European mount plaque, and $900 for an antelope shoulder mount, with all other pricing available by phone and extra charges for pedestals and customizations.

    Current turnaround on most work is approximately 12 months, and the studio may refuse work based on current workload or specimen condition.

    Habitat customization options include driftwood, rock bases, pedestals, and other habitat elements, with standard driftwood or rock for standing birds and wall hangers for flying birds.


    What Customers Say

    5(7 reviews)
    Summary of customer sentiment based on reviews across the web

    Reviewers describe the work and displays as very good, beautiful, and well kept, indicating strong visual quality.

    Comments about Amanda are positive, suggesting customers are pleased with the person doing the work, though detailed feedback on communication is limited.

    Reviews do not provide clear information about pricing value or turnaround, but they consistently give high star ratings with brief text.


    Find Out More

    Panther Creek Taxidermy operates in Ridge Farm, Illinois, serving hunters and wildlife enthusiasts in the surrounding area by appointment only.

    Call ahead to discuss your project, confirm pricing and availability, and schedule an appointment before visiting the studio.

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