For Colorado upland hunters
Pheasant Taxidermy in Northern Colorado
A rooster with a full tail and clean color deserves a mount that brings the flush, the dog work and the whole day back into the room. Flight-feather Taxidermy builds lifelike pheasant mounts with the patience and feather detail a bird like that calls for.
The bird sets the standard
A pheasant mount should look alive from more than one angle.
Pheasants are honest birds. The long tail, barred flank feathers, iridescent head and clean sweep of the breast all make shortcuts easy to spot. A good mount needs more than a bright rooster and a familiar pose. It needs the right proportions, a natural balance through the body and a presentation that lets the feather work read clearly from where you will actually see it.
Bo is a bird specialist and a hunter. That combination matters when the bird in front of him represents a first rooster, a good dog day, a family hunt or simply a bird too handsome to leave in the field. The goal is not to make it loud. The goal is to make it feel like your bird, with the detail and posture that made you carry it home.
Start with good care
The work begins before the pheasant reaches the shop.
A mount can only preserve the condition you bring in. Carry the bird by the feet when possible, keep it out of heat and standing water, and do not drag it by the tail or pack it loosely under gear. A mature rooster's tail and breast take the brunt of rough handling, and those are the details that give the finished mount its presence.
When the hunt is over, cool the bird, leave it whole and package it with the feathers lying naturally. Protect the head and feet, use sturdy bags, press out the air and freeze it promptly. If you have a question about damage, storage or the trip home, call while the bird is still in front of you. A short conversation early can protect far more options than a repair later.
Read the pheasant field-care guideA clear path from hunt to display
Bring the bird and the memory. Bo will help make the rest practical.
Call while the bird is fresh
Share the species, condition and any concern about shot damage. A few photos are helpful when the bird needs an honest look before you drive over.
Choose a pose that fits
Think about where the mount will live and what you remember most from the day. Standing, flying and habitat-supported presentations each ask something different from the bird and the room.
Let the feather work lead
Bo plans around the actual rooster, its plumage and its best side. The finished mount should have movement and character without forcing the bird into a pose that does not suit it.
Planning the presentation
Find the pose that gives your pheasant room to be a pheasant.
A standing mount is a strong choice when you want to see the head, breast and tail at close range. It can sit comfortably on a shelf, mantle or cabinet and still carry plenty of movement through a head turn, a step or the relationship to a piece of driftwood. It is often the right answer when the bird's color and feather condition deserve an unhurried look.
A flying mount can bring back the moment a bird broke cover or crossed the field, but it needs honest room. Wall space, ceiling height and the traffic through the room all matter. Before settling on a dramatic presentation, look at the place it will live. A mount should have space to read cleanly, not become something people have to squeeze past.
Habitat is there to support the bird, not steal the show. A simple base can suggest a field edge and give the feet a natural home. More involved scene work is planned after Bo sees the bird and hears what matters to you. Photos from the hunt, a picture of the room and a few saved examples from the gallery can make that conversation easier.
Browse the upland galleryFlight-feather portfolio
See the upland work up close.
Every pheasant has its own tail, color and attitude. The gallery is the best place to see how careful pose planning and feather work come together across different birds.
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Current standard pricing
Pheasant mounts begin at $600.
That is the current price for a standard lifesize pheasant mount. If you are considering a particular pose, habitat or bird with damage, call Bo first so the plan fits the bird instead of working around assumptions.
Frequently asked questions
Before you bring your pheasant in
What does pheasant taxidermy cost?
A standard lifesize pheasant mount is currently $600. Pose, habitat and the condition of the bird can affect the final plan, so call Bo with the bird and any ideas you have before bringing it in. A simple standing presentation and a more involved piece do not ask the same things of the bird or the room, which is why the conversation comes before the final decision.
When should I call about a pheasant mount?
Call as soon as you decide the bird may be mounted. Early advice is useful if there is shot damage, a long drive home, or any question about cooling and freezing the bird. The earlier you call, the easier it is to keep the tail, head and breast in the condition that gives you the most presentation options.
Can a pheasant with shot damage still be mounted?
Often it can. What is possible depends on the location and extent of the damage, along with the pose. Take a few clear photos and call before trying to repair or clean anything beyond gentle field care. An honest look at the bird early helps Bo recommend a pose that shows its best side rather than making promises around a problem that cannot be hidden.
How should I freeze a pheasant for taxidermy?
Leave the bird whole, cool it first, protect the head and feet, then double-bag it with as much air removed as possible. Keep the tail straight and supported, and freeze it promptly. Lay the package flat in a dependable freezer and keep heavy items from resting on it. Once the bird is frozen solid, leave it alone until you are ready to bring it in.
Ready when you are
Give that rooster the finish it earned.
Call Bo with the species, the bird's condition and any pose ideas you have. If email is easier, the contact page is there when you are ready.