Fish care for mounting

[fishmounter]

Getting that fish to the taxidermist in top shape is the first step for a quality mount. Caring for that fish is vital before delivery.

If putting it on ice while still fishing ,always place fish in a plastic bag to omit a blotchy pattern that can develop due to ice contact against fish skin without any barriers or protection. Wet towels will have the same effect.

Once at home first wrap the fish in a plastic bag or 3 to 4 layers of saran wrap. This will omit a blotching discoloration of fish skin.

Second ,wrap fish in 5 to 6 layers of wet newspaper. That will help prevent freezer burn and once frozen, will protect fins from becoming damaged from items in the freezer shifting against the fish.

Third, wrap fish in a second plastic bag and freeze. Fish have remained in excellent shape going through this process for me for over 2 years.

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