GRAYBEARD'S

Our Story:

Graybeard's is a small veteran owned taxidermist shop located in Wasilla, AK.  Although we started out specializing in using dermestid beetles to gently clean skulls and bones to produce top quality European mounts we have grown into much more so don't let the name fool you.  With the help of some mentorship from some top notch taxidermists in the area Graybeard's has grown into a full service taxidermy shop.  We are here to handle all your taxidermy needs excluding birds, fish, & pets.

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About the bugs:

Dermestid beetles consume meat and sinew without harming the underlying bone. Known as “nature’s clean-up crew”, they provide an excellent way of preparing your skulls and trophies for display. Our colonies are maintained year-round and are standing by to prepare your trophies from Alaska or elsewhere for European mounts or simple display.

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The Process:

              We do not boil your skulls to remove meat and sinew like many taxidermists. The boiling process can weaken or damage the bone structure, especially the delicate bones in the nasal passage. Instead, our beetles will quickly and efficiently remove all material from the skull without compromising the integrity of the bone structure. All that is left is for the remaining bone to be degreased and whitened. Bugs are housed in their own facility to protect your taxidermy.

         

Our Promise:   

We hope you get out and enjoy the wonderful hunting and trapping that Alaska has to offer. No matter the time of year, Alaska has many great opportunities to make memories in the field. And when you are ready to preserve your memories please give us a call to prepare your trophy.