Oddity Information and Resources
By Brooke Lufrano
- How to Clean Animal Bones for Display
- A guide for cleaning bones for display. Pictures and clear instructions are listed for additional guidance.
- Some Detailed Tips on how to Tan a Hide
- A list of the steps taken in preparing a hide and tips from a hobby taxidermist.
- How to Clean Animal Bones- The complete Guide
- A blog with a chart and illustrations that compares and contrasts different methods of cleaning bones.
- How to Carve Bone Jewelry: Tools and Materials
- A blog describing the process of bone carving for jewelry and art purposes.
- Gotham Taxidermy- Taxidermy Guides
- A website providing detailed guides on the taxidermy process of various different animals.
- Dermestid Beetle Kits
- A website with facts about dermestid beetles used for cleaning bones.
- Bone Tools
- A digital record of bone tools and a brief explanation of their intended use.
- Tips from a Taxidermist: How to Prep Deer for Mounting
- A detailed list explaining the steps considered when prepping a deer for a taxidermy mount.
- The Artful Science of Diaphonization
- An overview and guide to the diaphonization of specimens.
- Wet Specimens- A General Guide
- A brief history and guide to the process of preparing and maintaining a wet specimen.
E-mail: Brooke.Lufrano@usm.edu Created 03/05/2024