Splitting Image Taxidermy

Splitting Image Taxidermy Specialist Taxidermy Studio. Creating incredible works of art to capture your experience - Worth Remembering.

Douglas Cockcroft and his team at Splitting Image Taxidermy are proud to offer you international taxidermy of the finest quality.

08/08/2026

Ever wondered how the skin stays on a taxidermy mount? You’re not alone.

In Episode 3 of Taxidermy Simplified, we explain the process of securing the skin to create a durable mount that will stand the test of time.

Swipe through and watch this Buffalo half mount come into focus, one frame at a time.From the sweep of the horns to the ...
06/08/2026

Swipe through and watch this Buffalo half mount come into focus, one frame at a time.

From the sweep of the horns to the character of the face, every detail has been carefully crafted to honour the memory for generations.

Because your adventure is Worth Remembering.

The Springbuck slam is a timeless collection of South Africa's most iconic antelope species. This combo pedestal mount h...
31/07/2026

The Springbuck slam is a timeless collection of South Africa's most iconic antelope species.

This combo pedestal mount highlights the uniqueness of each colour variation and is displayed on a habitat base with skin inlay.

Can you name each colour variant?

29/07/2026

There's something undeniably captivating about the presence of a Cape Buffalo.

This exceptional double pedestal mount celebrates two incredible stories in a display that commands attention from every angle.

Stacking these two bulls at different heights atop a habitat base creates depth and a real centrepiece experience.

This combo mount is truly a special piece - featuring a Vaal Rhebuck, Mountain Reedbuck and Common Reedbuck.These animal...
25/07/2026

This combo mount is truly a special piece - featuring a Vaal Rhebuck, Mountain Reedbuck and Common Reedbuck.

These animals can be hunted in a similar area on safari, so combining them in one piece on a habitat base makes sense.

Choosing to preserve the broken horns shows the character of these territorial species, and captures them just as they were in the field.

21/07/2026

They say the eyes are the window to the soul.
And in taxidermy – they’re a small detail that plays big role in creating a lifelike piece.

In episode 2 of Taxidermy Simplified, we answer the question: Are the eyes in taxidermy real?

Remember this Lion full mount?For many, a Lion represents the pinnacle of a lifetime in Africa.This full mount captures ...
19/07/2026

Remember this Lion full mount?

For many, a Lion represents the pinnacle of a lifetime in Africa.

This full mount captures the power and character of one of Africa's most respected predators, preserving the story of the adventure for generations.

An experience, Worth Remembering.

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