Fish Taxidermy Display Ideas

1.) Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus)

Two fish displayed on driftwood

The Bluegill is native to Midwestern and Eastern freshwater lakes and ponds from the Great Lakes south to Florida. This popular fish species typically ranges anywhere between 6-10 inches.

In terms of coloration, the Bluegill features a distinctive copper-orange breast coloring and compact, pan-shaped bodies that make for striking wall displays. Their prominent dark ear flaps and subtle vertical barring create a beautiful contrast when properly preserved and positioned as a taxidermy wall mount. It’s no wonder the Bluegill is a fisherman’s favorite to display on their wall!

Pictured here: Bluegill Taxidermy Duo Skin Mount SKU 1463

2.) Muskellunge (Esox masquinongy)

Chasing a Crappie

The Muskellunge, or “Muskie” dwells in the northern Great Lakes, southern Canada lakes, and select waters in the St. Lawrence River system. These apex predators often exceed 40 inches in length and showcase elongated bodies with distinctive spots.

We specialize in capturing the predatory nature of the Muskellunge through careful research and detailed preservation work on their massive heads and fearsome tooth displays.

Pictured here: 51 “Tiger Muskie Chasing Crappie Replica SKU 2614

3. Crappie (Pomoxis species)

with Driftwood

Black and white Crappie species live in warm lakes and slow-moving rivers from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico. These slab-sided panfish typically range from 8-12 inches and feature thin mouths and beautiful silvery sides marked with distinctive dark mottling or vertical bars.

The Crappie’s delicate fins and subtle coloration require our most careful preservation techniques to maintain their natural beauty.

Pictured here: 14″ Crappie Taxidermy Fish Mount SKU 2126

4. Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus dolomieu)

on Wood

The Smallmouth Bass inhabits waters in the Great Lakes region and various rocky streams throughout the Northeast and upper Midwest United States.

These fish typically measure 12-16 inches and feature bronze-golden coloration with characteristic dark vertical bars along their sides that we enhance through careful preservation techniques.

Pictured here: Small Mouth Bass Taxidermy Skin Mount on Hardwood Slab SKU 1608

5. Yellow Perch (Perca flavescens)

on Cedar Driftwood

The Perch inhabits waters in the northern United States and southern Canada regions. They are especially prevalent in the Great Lakes waters and extending east to the Atlantic provinces. These fish typically measure 8-12 inches and feature stunning golden-yellow sides featuring 6-8 dark vertical bands that create natural artistic appeal.

Since they are schooling fish, a taxidermy idea we have is to group multiple perch in swimming formations to capture their natural schooling behavior and distinctive two-part dorsal fin.

Pictured here: Yellow Perch Taxidermy on Driftwood SKU 2831

6. Northern Pike (Esox lucius)

on Driftwood

The Northern Pike dwells in colder freshwaters across the northern United States, Canada, and Alaska. These predators typically range from 24-36 inches and feature elongated bodies, duck-bill snouts, and rows of razor-sharp teeth that make for dramatic taxidermy presentations.

At All-Taxidermy, we often mount the Northern Pike in striking attack poses that showcase their predatory nature, as well as their distinctive light oval spots on darker green backgrounds.

Pictured here: Northern Pike Reproduction Fish Mount SKU 2174

7. Largemouth Bass (Micropterus salmoides)

Mounted Onto Wall

When you think of fish taxidermy, no doubt the Largemouth Bass is one of the first species that comes to mind. This popular gamefish can be widely found across the United States. The Largemouth Bass is an iconic fish thanks to its large mouth that extends past the eye and its dark lateral line that runs along its sides.

We’ve perfected the taxidermy techniques to capture the bass’s physique in various poses, ranging from a swimming scene with an open mouth to dramatic jumping displays.

Pictured here: Large Mouth Bass Taxidermy Mount SKU 1350

8. Sturgeon (Acipenser species)

The Sturgeon dwells in the Great Lakes, Pacific Northwest rivers, and Atlantic coastal systems. These ancient fish can range from 3 feet to over 8 feet depending on species, creating truly impressive wall installations that showcase their distinctive bony plates (scutes) and shark-like heterocercal tails.

The sturgeon’s barbels and mouth require specialized mounting techniques and attention to detail that we’ve mastered over years of our taxidermy experience.

Pictured here: Sturgeon Fish Mount Taxidermy Real Skin SKU 1741

9. Trout (Salmo and Oncorhynchus species)

There are various trout species living in freshwater lakes and streams across North America, from Pacific salmon in Western streams to brook trout in Northeastern waters and rainbow trout from coast to coast.

The trout usually grown anywhere between 12-24 inches and offer unique coloration from the rainbow trout’s distinctive pink stripe to the brook trout’s intricate vermiculations and red-orange fins.

Pictured here: Lake Trout Taxidermy Mount SKU 2261

10. Walleye (Sander vitreus)

Our walleye mounts come from the northern United States and Canada, particularly the Great Lakes region and prairie lakes where these fish are most abundant. These prized eating fish typically measure 14-20 inches and feature distinctive glassy eyes and olive-gold coloration with dark mottled patterns across their backs.

At All-Taxidermy, we often display Walleyes to highlight their streamlined profile and the characteristic white-tipped lower tail fin along with the large eyes that give them their name. Check out all our Walleye taxidermy mounts in our store.

Pictured here: Walley Taxidermy for Sale SKU 1185

11. Gar (Lepisosteus species)

All-Taxidermy’s gar mounts come from the central and southern United States, where this unique fish species inhabit warm, weedy waters from the Great Lakes south to the Gulf Coast. These fish can range from 2-6 feet depending on the subspecies and feature remarkable needle-nose bills filled with sharp teeth and distinctive armor-like scales.

We display the gar fish to emphasize their snake-like swimming style and the unique diamond-shaped scales. Be sure to check out our Gar skull selection that showcases the long snout on this fish as well!

Pictured here: XL Alligator Gar Taxidermy Mount SKU 2505