But until then, it's important to know what is legal. Apr 27, 2009 #1 S. schmalts Well-known member . European mount in which the horns or antlers and the skull or a portion of the skull are mounted for display. Technically, only farm-raised game like pheasants can be sold in Massachusetts. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. We buy, sell, and trade taxidermy mounts of all kinds. Guests went home with these unique shed-floral creations. eagle mounts. Arkansas - OK to sell "wild animals legally acquired outside the state and accompanied by verification." Sucks for him, I guess he will have to store them or give them away. Ox190 OP. A bull elk head mount was priced as low as $450, but elk with world-class antlers ranged from $2,590 to $3,999.99. Premier Toco Toucan Taxidermy Reproduction SW10628. Is it legal for me to offer to sell a vintage animal taxidermy on Ebay? The Migratory Bird Treaty Act protects all species of “migratory” birds found in the United States – and then some that aren’t, like vultures or buzzards. Show Less. Sell Your Taxidermy. $1,150.00. Category: Legal. French says you don't have to worry about selling wildlife mounts if you're a taxidermist with mounts you made from legally taken animals. Conversely, some issues that were once insignificant are today considered important. mounts preserved by a taxidermist) unless it can be proved that they were pen-raised under the appropriate state and federal permits. I have both a bird of prey and a mounted fish. Perfect for any butterfly-themed home decor or nature home decor. A Dall sheep head could be worth as much as $10,000-$20,000. Digital access or digital and print delivery. Great hide and hair condition along with great quality taxidermy combine to earn our prestigious Premier overall quality rating. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. It is legal to possess black bear products but we cannot sell/ship to California. Chipmunk on Wood Base Full Body Taxidermy Mount SW10398 . Old mounts are legal to possess but even then I think you need proof of their age. Washington Fishing Reports. OP. For them, you can ask only for your labor and materials costs. Legally obtained carcasses are specimens lawfully taken during an open season; lawfully raised under authority of a registered captive cervidae facility or permit to keep wildlife in captivity; lawfully imported from another state or country; or lawfully held under a special permit from the State of Michigan and/or the U.S. Department of Interior. You could buy a mule deer or blacktail deer mount, though, because they're not native to Massachusetts. All valuable trophy rooms (it costs nearly $500 to mount one deer head) eventually need to be dismantled, either by older hunters who have the foresight to downsize while there's still time — or by widows or children who inherit and want to get rid of them for various reasons. All mounts are restored to their natural colors. … Deer antlers are selling for roughly $10 per pound as long as they have no chew marks, chips or cracks. Massachusetts' presumption attitude differs from many other states where you can do anything that is not specifically prohibited. One woman called French about sperm whale teeth, wanting to sell the ivory. Ask Your Own Legal Question. The sale of game mounts is currently common on eBay taxidermy. A mount of a wild boar with the tusks flared was $450. Sportsmen and Women, You have a great deal of time, effort and money invested into your hunting trophies. Answered in 1 hour by: 3/15/2016. 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