Splitting Image Taxidermy

Home
South Africa
Port Elizabeth
Splitting Image Taxidermy

Service through streamlined precision. A token of success. The reminder of a journey taken, a hunt c

Douglas Cockcroft and his team at Splitting Image Taxidermy are proud to offer you international taxidermy of the finest quality.

10/02/2025

Tell your adventure story in your favourite space.

At Splitting Image Taxidermy we create beautiful work to share your experience, Worth Remembering.

02/02/2025

We create replica skulls of your trophies, big or small! This is a life-size buffalo replica alongside a smaller scale version casted in solid bronze. Transform your trophy into art while keeping the real horns for your chosen taxidermy mount.

Contact us if you would like to know more.

28/01/2025

This incredible Genet full mount showcases its unique spots, long striped tail and distinctive facial features.

The pose captures the elegance and agility of this elusive species, while the wall hanging habitat base is a great representation of their natural preference for being high above the ground.

21/01/2025

A mountain species combo.

This unique display showcases a Vaal Rhebuck half mount and a Mountain Reedbuck wall pedestal.

By creating a wall-hanging mount, you are able to present these species higher up – true to their natural environments.

Share your thoughts in the comments👇

05/01/2025

A Springbuck Slam or combo mount, showcases the stunning colour variations of South Africa's national animal.

A true celebration of beauty, diversity, and heritage in one breathtaking display.

Which one of these combo mounts do you prefer – the shield or the pedestal?
Tell us in the comments.

03/01/2025

The Klipspringer is a fascinating species. The name means “Rock Jumper” and is a testament to its incredible capability in high rocky regions. As a result – they make for an extremely challenging hunt.

This full mount captures its stocky frame, prominent preorbital glands and short spiky horns.

27/12/2024

Happy !
This stunning Leopard full mount captures the stealth, grace, and power of one of nature's most elusive predators.

22/12/2024

The Tsessebe in different forms- a shoulder mount and shield mount.

Which one is your favourite?

20/12/2024

Our newly developed Bushbuck manikin has been a game-changer.

This has allowed our artists to produce exceptional, anatomically correct Bushbuck mounts that are a true representation of this beloved species.

18/12/2024

Who says you can't combine your hunting memories in one masterpiece?

A combo mount is a great way to save space and create a statement piece that honours your experience.

Here's a stunning combo pedestal mount featuring a Sable, Impala, and Blesbuck.

08/12/2024

The Nyala is surely one of Africa's most beautiful antelope. This pedestal mount captures the elegance of the Nyala with careful attention to detail.

What is your favourite mount type on a Nyala? Tell us in the comments.

04/12/2024

It’s not often that we see a Bongo come through the studio.

This bucket-list animal is known for its large size, beautiful striped markings and spiral horns.

A full mount with habitat base is the best way to celebrate this magnificent forest species.

29/11/2024

27/11/2024

The Bat-Eared Fox in all its unique charm! This full mount in a relaxed, lying-down pose beautifully captures the distinct features of this incredible animal.

A wonderful tribute to one of Africa’s most fascinating species.

22/11/2024

This aggressive Lion encapsulates the power and dominance of the King of the plains.

Notice the fine detail in the face which captures a moment in time.

Happy !

20/11/2024

How it's Made - Episode 2: Nose Casts

Travis shows us the process of creating a Kudu nose cast. This has been an absolute game-changer for improving effeciency and accuracy in the taxidermy process.

At Splitting Image Taxidermy, we are constantly innovating and evolving to create beautiful art that is anatomically correct. It’s all in the details!

Click on the link below to watch the full episode:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXlioh7xZv0

18/11/2024

If you've hunted colour variations of a species like Impala - a combo mount is a captivating way to display them.

This incredible full mount combo features a Black Impala, White-flanked Impala and Saddle-back Impala.

Address

14 Uitenhage Road
Port Elizabeth
6001

Website

http://www.splittingimagetaxidermy.co.za/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Splitting Image Taxidermy posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Splitting Image Taxidermy:

Videos

A unique variation of the Beasts - the King's Wildebeest is truly spectacular. Consider going with a full mount to showcase the white face, flank and mane. #worthremembering #splittingimagetaxidermy #taxidermy #huntingafrica #fullmount #speciesseries #kingswildebeest

How It’s Made – Episode 4 We’ve often said that the crating process is a science. This intricate game of trophy Tetris is the final phase in the taxidermy process and ensues that your mounts are safely and legally packaged for export. In this episode of How it’s Made, Shaun shows us how these custom crates are built - in the most efficient and safest way possible. Comment “crate” to get the full episode. #worthremembering #splittingimagetaxidermy #taxidermy #huntingafrica #huntingsafari #howitsmade #crating #newepisode

Hello Nashville! 🇺🇸 Meet with us at SCI from the 22nd of January until the 25 of January. If you’d like to arrange an appointment, our contact details are listed below: Douglas: +1 470 439 7919 Warrick: +1 979 308 7997 Morgan: +1 832 967 6272 #worthremembering #splittingimagetaxidermy #taxidermy #huntingafrica #sci #huntingshows

Houston Safari Club Convention is around the corner. We would love to meet with you from 16 to 19 January. To get in touch, our contact details are: Morgan: +1 832 967 6272 #worthremembering #splittingimagetaxidermy #taxidermy #huntingafrica #shows #houston

We will see you in Dallas at the DSC Convention from 9 to 12 January. If you’d like to meet up with us, our contact information is listed below: Warrick: +1 979 308 7997 Morgan: +1 832 967 6272 #worthremembering #splittingimagetaxidermy #taxidermy #huntingsafari #shows #huntingshows

We are gearing up for our annual trip to the United States, where we will be attending the 2025 conventions for Dallas Safari Club, Safari Club International and Houston Safari Club. Come chat to us about your next hunting adventure. Contact details are listed below if you’d like to reach out and set up a meeting with our team: Warrick: +1 979 308 7997 Morgan: +1 832 967 6272 #worthremembering #splittingimagetaxidermy #taxidermy #huntingafrica #huntingsafari #shows #US

That’s a wrap. 💥 In the final episode of Taxidermy Truths for 2024, Doug discusses the Year in Review. We look back on what has been an incredible year for our industry - giving insights, reflections and hopes for the future. Thank you for your amazing support for the podcast – we look forward to sharing more Taxidermy Truths in 2025. #worthremembering #splittingimagetaxidermy #taxidermy #huntingafrica #podcast #newepisode #taxidermytruths

Wondering how to mount your Springbuck? Doug shares his advice on how to showcase this iconic and special South African animal. #worthremembering #splittingimagetaxidermy #taxidermy #huntingafrica #speciesseries #wallpedestal #springboks #iconic #gobokke

How it's made- Nose casts

How it's Made - Episode 2: Nose Casts Travis shows us the process of creating a Kudu nose cast. This has been an absolute game-changer for improving effeciency and accuracy in the taxidermy process. At Splitting Image Taxidermy, we are constantly innovating and evolving to create beautiful art that is anatomically correct. It’s all in the details! Click on the link below to watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXlioh7xZv0 #splittingimagetaxidermy #worthremembering #howitsmade #nosecast #process #taxidermy #mold

This week on Taxidermy Truths, we discuss skinning for different mount types. Whether you are considering a shoulder mount, pedestal, half mount, 3D mount or full mount – each display requires different instructions for skinning your animal. Then there are also the rug mounts, flat skins and backskins to think about. Planning your taxidermy along with your safari is a great way to ensure that your animals are skinned according to your requirements. Doug gives some useful tips and information on how to skin correctly for each mount type and the factors to consider ahead of time. https://youtu.be/ZllJ1jV_cnA?si=Gs79pE1EaZsOR0cj #worthremembering #splittingimagetaxidermy #huntingafrica #taxidermy #huntingsafari #newepisode #taxidermytruths #podcast

Impala Jitterlapse

As Doug put it in our Species Series, "Impala may be common in Africa, but there's no hunter who hasn't been tested by one." A fantastic representation of this elegant species. #splittingimagetaxidermy #worthremembering #impalamounts #process #huntinginAfrica #taxidermy

Very few hunters get to experience hunting the magnificent Bongo. So if you are fortunate enough to do so - a full mount the way to go. #speciesseries #bongo #taxidermy #splittingimagetaxidermy #worthremembering #huntingafrica

Shortcuts

Our Story

From humble beginnings in South Africa, Splitting Image Taxidermy has grown into an internationally recognised Taxidermy and Trophy management company, with service agreements in place with selected taxidermists in North America and Europe, including an affiliate studio in Houston, Texas - Taxidermy America.