UK Taxidermist

Philip Leggett

Fish Taxidermy Specialist.

Model Maker

Roe deer fawn.

mounted for Bolton Museum.

Providing the highest quality UK Taxidermy service to the discerning client both in the UK and abroad

Philip Leggett has had a life long interest in and fascination for wildlife and Natural history and taxidermy. His interest began at the age of ten collecting owl pellets, skulls, bird's feathers and wings, just about anything wildlife related. It was during these early days that Phil discovered and developed an interest in Taxidermy. This progressed over the years into a serious hobby and in 1985, aged 21, he went full time as a taxidermist. Phil joined the UK Guild of Taxidermists in the mid 1980s gaining Professional Membership Status (now called PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITED STATUS) in 1993. Phil is also regularly called upon to judge and give lectures and demonstrations at the various seminars and conferences held by the guild around the country.
 

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British,European, African and Exotic Game head work. Phil has now also achieved Specialist status for gameheads.

Birds can be mounted in wall, corner or plinth cases to protect them from dust and damage

Full mammal mounts from weasel to bear.

I do accept pet commissions. Please read my policy on this difficult and challenging area of UK Taxidermy

Reptiles, like fish, can be cast or skin mounted with good results.

I provide tailored one to one courses for people wishing to learn more of this fascinating art.

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I occasionally have mounted specimens for sale.

UK taxidermy price guide. But please call with your requirements for an exact quote

Contact me via e-mail form at taxidermy uk . net or telephone me. I will be happy to give advice and help where I am able

ALTERNATIVELEY YOU CAN EMAIL ME DIRECTLY AT wildlifeartuk@aol.com

What is taxidermy ? The word comes from the latin taxis derma or arrangement of skin. It is the general term used to describe the process of preserving the skin of an animal,bird,fish or reptile and arranging it over a model or manikin in order to give the impression of that creature in its live state. The degree of accuracy in that mount is dependant on the skill level and experience of the taxidermist undertaking the task. To become a competent taxidermist takes many years of dedication, a genuine interest in and study of the animals themselves, in thier natural environment. He or she needs to have an in depth knowledge of the subject creature to be modelled including a detailed knowledge of the anatomy and a high level of artistic ability and flare in order to accurateley interpret the desired pose or attitude. The term "stuffed animals" is outdated and inaccurate though still commonly used

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