Eurasian Hoopoe Full Body Mount

Description

This exquisite Eurasian Hoopoe Full Body Mount is a premier example of fine avian taxidermy. Famous for its regal crown of feathers and distinctive black-and-white banded wings, the Hoopoe is a symbol of wisdom and beauty across many cultures. This specimen features a perfectly fanned crest, showcasing the delicate black tips that crown its cinnamon-colored plumage.

The bird is artfully perched atop a natural sandstone-textured rock formation, set upon a premium circular dark-stained mahogany base. This minimalist “Museum Style” presentation highlights the bird’s slender, curved beak and alert posture. Every detail has been meticulously finished to ensure a lifelike appearance, making it a sophisticated addition to a luxury study, executive desk, or a curated natural history collection.

Key Features

• Museum-quality Eurasian Hoopoe full body mount
• Expertly preserved fan-shaped crest in a full-display position
• Vivid preservation of cinnamon plumage and zebra-striped wing patterns
• Custom habitat display featuring a natural stone-textured pedestal
• Premium circular dark-finished hardwood gallery base
• Lifelike anatomical sculpting with professional museum-grade eyes

Animal Species

• Eurasian Hoopoe (Upupa epops)

Mount Type

• Full Body Gallery Pedestal Mount

Pose

• Alert Perched / Full Crest Display

Dimensions (Approx.)

• Total Height: 12 – 14 in (including base)
• Width: 6 in
• Base Diameter: 8 in

Materials

• Professionally preserved natural Hoopoe plumage
• Custom high-detail avian anatomical form
• Natural stone-textured habitat and polished hardwood base
• Premium museum-grade bird glass eyes