Maynard, C. J.
Manual of Taxidermy - A Complete Guide in Collecting and Preserving Birds and Mammals
- ISBN 13:
- 9781473327917
- author:
- Maynard, C. J.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Read Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 134
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 0.8 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Reference & Language, General, Reference & Language,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
This comprehensive guide to taxidermy covers the techniques for collecting and preserving birds and mammals. Written in clear language and illustrated with numerous examples, it provides detailed instructions for skinning, stuffing, mounting, and preserving specimens.
From collecting and trapping, to shooting and procuring birds, this handbook offers a thorough understanding of the process. The book also covers various methods for preserving skins, cleaning feathers, and preparing specimens for display.
A valuable resource for those new to taxidermy, as well as experienced collectors and enthusiasts, this edition features a specially commissioned introduction on modern taxidermy practices.