The buyer’s guide to taxidermy for sale in Australia

Is it legal to buy taxidermy in Australia?

Yes, for the large majority of what’s sold — feral and introduced species like foxes, rabbits and feral pigs carry no special ownership restrictions. Native species and CITES-listed exotic species involve permits and licensing; see our Compliance & Permits page for the detail, and check the specific listing for what applies.

How do I know a mount is good quality?

Look past the pose and check: hide or feather condition (no thinning, cracking or fading), how naturally the mount sits, whether the eyes and facial detail look proportional to the species, and whether the base or mounting board is solid. We assess every specimen against these criteria and publish the result as a grade on the listing, so you don’t have to guess from photos alone.

Full mount, shoulder mount, or European skull mount — what’s the difference?

• Full mount — the entire animal, posed standing or in action. Needs the most floor or wall space, and the most careful crating for freight.
• Shoulder mount — head, neck and shoulders, mounted to hang on a wall. The most common format for trophy-style display.
• European mount — the cleaned, whitened skull, usually with horns or antlers still attached. Compact, affordable, and easy to hang or shelve.
• Skull only — no horns/antlers, valued for anatomical form rather than trophy size.

Browse current stock in each format across our full catalogue.

How is taxidermy shipped without damage?

Smaller pieces (skulls, European mounts, birds) typically ship well-padded in standard freight. Full mounts and larger shoulder mounts need custom crating to protect horns, antlers and delicate facial detail in transit. Every order is dispatched within 24 hours regardless of format.

How do I care for a taxidermy mount once I own it?

• Keep it out of direct sunlight — UV fades hide, fur and feather colour over time.
• Avoid high-humidity rooms (bathrooms, unventilated laundries) — moisture is the main long-term threat to a mount.
• Dust with a soft brush or low-suction vacuum attachment; avoid water or household cleaning sprays on fur, feathers or hide.
• Have visible insect damage or musty odour checked promptly — caught early, it’s usually a straightforward fix rather than a full re-mount.

What’s the actual price range for taxidermy for sale in Australia?

Price depends on species, size, grade and rarity far more than on format alone — a well-graded European mount of a common species can cost less than a lower-graded full mount of the same animal. Rather than publish a single price range that won’t hold up across categories, we’d rather you browse current listings by category to get a feel for where things sit.

Still deciding?

Tell us the room, the budget, and the look you’re after via the contact details in the footer — we’ll point you to a handful of current pieces worth considering rather than leaving you to search the whole catalogue.