Aix Taxidermy

10/11/2025

Proud to share the finished wood duck we completed for Logan Tanguay.

Thank you so much for your trust, we truly appreciate it. 🦆

06/11/2025

More quacking woodies in progress

03/11/2025

What do you do when all the wing bones are missing? You build a bionic one. 😅

03/11/2025

For those who still wonder what the "Aix" in our name means, it's not an acronym, it honors this magnificent species: Wood Duck (Aix sponsa)

Wood ducks might just be the most all-American waterfowl there is. But if you want to truly hunt them on purpose, you’ll need tactics as unique as the birds themselves. From flooded timber and quiet creeks to small ponds tucked deep in the woods, success comes down to scouting carefully, setting up early, and being exactly where they want to be when the first light hits.

In “Wood Ducks on Purpose,” Brian Lovett dives into how to read their habits, pick the right water, and know when to call the shot.

Join Delta Waterfowl today for exclusive access to more expert tips, hunting insights, and waterfowl research.

Read more: https://deltawaterfowl.org/whats-new/news/wood-ducks-on-purpose

02/11/2025

Nothing compares to watching birds in their natural element.

Our visit to Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy offered us a unique opportunity to deepen our knowledge and enrich the visual references that guide our work.

Our sincere thanks and respect to the dedicated team at Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy for their outstanding commitment to waterfowl conservation.

02/11/2025

This is a fresh wood duck mouth.
A quick reminder that the inside of a bird’s mouth isn’t just flat flesh color. True realism comes from the subtle blend of flesh tones, reds, purples, yellows, and even blacks.

At Aix Taxidermy, we strive to capture that level of authenticity in every mount, so our clients can take pride not only in how their trophy looks from a distance on the wall, but also in the fine details that bring it to life.

29/10/2025

Small but majestic — the King Quail reigns as the tiniest of all true quails 👑

Also known as the Chinese Painted Quail, this miniature royal hails from Asia, Oceania, and Australia. Despite its size, it carries striking colors and a proud demeanor that live up to its noble name.

28/10/2025

Removing Rust Stains from Your Duck

Did you know those reddish-orange stains on your duck’s belly often aren’t natural? They form in iron-rich waters where the bird once fed and lived. As dissolved iron oxidizes, it creates microscopic rust particles that cling to the feathers, especially in lighter areas. During restoration, we can gently remove these mineral deposits to reveal the bird’s true colors, though some hunters prefer to keep them as a signature of the habitat where their story began.