A collection of some of our finest work

that is ready for placement today.

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A collection of some of our finest work

that is ready for placement today.

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Custom Fish Mounts:
Lifelike Replicas

Until recently, fish taxidermy was the method of turning a captured dead fish into a preserved wall mount. The fish was skinned, mounted, dried and painted. That was the process.

Without the proper climate, this dated process often resulted in the deterioration of the mount. Still being marketed as fish taxidermy, our fish mounts are spectacular fiberglass replicas and reproductions that are much more realistic in appearance.

By using your photos of the fish along with our own reference photos of the species we will create a replica of your fish according to the special coloring, markings, measurements and/or weight you request. The finished mount looks extremely real and alive versus dead and mounted. It’s a new look at an old art.

Today’s technology and advanced products, combined with 40 years of experience, allow us to show an enormous amount of detail and create incredibly superior fish mounts.

Our mounts have realistic eyes, amazing scale detail and natural poses. The brilliant coloration is achieved by coloring techniques and airbrushing intricate details that give each fish its unique character.

OFFSHORE
FISH MOUNTS

Offshore species ranging from sailfish, dolphin, wahoo, and marlin to exotic species like the giant bluefin tuna.

OFFSHORE FISH

REEF
FISH MOUNTS

Reef fish species ranging from snapper, grouper, and amberjack to exotic species like cobia and mackerel.

REEF FISH

INSHORE
FISH MOUNTS

Inshore fish species ranging from snook, speckled trout, redfish, and tarpon to exotic species like permit and bonefish.

INSHORE FISH

FRESHWATER
FISH MOUNTS

Freshwater fish species ranging from largemouth bass, northern pike, and trout to more exotic species like tigerfish and payara.

FRESHWATER FISH

Dear Anglers,

After forty years of building molds of thousands of freshwater and saltwater species, our method allows the conservation-minded angler to measure, photograph and release their trophy catch and still have it reproduced. This technique has earned our family of artists several awards at State, National and World Championship competitions.

Our family builds each fish by hand with you in mind as our most important client. All work is done in the USA and in the great state of Florida. Every fish is signed and numbered, with a certificate of authenticity that will accompany it in its delivery to assure that you receive an original work and not a cookie cutter version made overseas like some companies do these days. Your trophy took years for you to catch and certainly, you deserve to have the absolute best!! The question is, do you feel as we do?

We also take great pride in partnering with you in the preservation of our resource. We promise to make every effort to produce a mount that will bring back the memory of the thrill of your catch! It will be a work of art that you will be proud of for a lifetime. We promise!

As always we are happy to answer any and all questions you might have.

Remember… catch for the thrill, release for the future, mount for the memory.

Sincerely,
Mike & Deb Kirkhart

Fish mounts of more thrilling catches

can be found in our showroom.

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MADE IN THE U.S.A.

All fish are handcrafted in Stuart, Florida

Dolphin Replica Mount — Unique Replica Mounts
Fish species display many different color patterns and no two fish are exactly alike. No two mounts should be either.

Red Grouper Mount — A Legacy of Craftsmanship
Our timeless fish artistry stands as a testament to enduring elegance and unwavering dedication.

Redfish Mount — Personalized Precision
Your fish, recreated with unmatched precision and lifelike accuracy.

Texas Speckled Trout Replica Mount — Custom Trophy Mounts
New Wave Taxidermy combines expert craftsmanship with the highest quality materials available. This means your fish will look amazing and last a lifetime without discoloring or aging.

Black Grouper Mount — A True Replica Of Your Fish
**Replica fish mounts** from New Wave Taxidermy are always handcrafted and of exceptional quality. Simply give us your photos and your details, we will recreate your fish in stunning detail.

Tarpon Replica Mount — Museum Quality Fish Replicas
We handcraft premium quality replicas that look like living fish.

Hogfish Replica Mount — True Reproductions
Meticulous mounted **fish replicas** that capture every detail of your prized catch, bringing it to life.

Gag Grouper Mount — Crafting Memories,
Beyond the Mount
Our fiberglass reproductions go beyond the trophy, encapsulating the essence of each catch in a work of timeless art.

Red Snapper Replica Mount — Trophy Fish Mounts
We will handcraft a custom fiberglass reproduction of your trophy fish based on your photos, measurements and details.

Yellowfin Tuna Mount — Timeless Fish Artistry
Crafting timeless replicas that capture the essence of your most memorable times on the water.

Shark Replica Mount — It’s About Craftsmanship
We have been creating reproductions of prized fish since the 70's. We spend the time and we cut no corners. Our fish are amazingly lifelike and built to last.

Sea Bass Replica Mount — Custom Environments
Elevate your **mounted fish** with custom environments, from driftwood mounts to vibrant reef displays, for a complete underwater scene.

Tuna Replica — Amazing Fish Reproductions
Custom posing, incredible color accuracy and an acute attention to detail make for a fantastic replica mount.

Flounder Replica Mount — Rare Fish Mounts
Yes we can create replicas of common fish species like snook, tarpon, salmon, and trout. We also create reproductions of more exotic species like Tigerfish, Payara, and Giant Bluefin Tuna.

Snook Replica Mount — Mounts and Replicas
Literally countless snook, bass, trout and sailfish have been created at our shop over the years. Let us create one for you that you will cherish for a lifetime.

Sailfish Mount — Seamless Harmony in Fiberglass
Our **mounted fish** are a seamless blend of art and nature, capturing every nuance of your catch with incredible care.

Yellowfin Grouper Mount — Living Colors, Lasting Beauty
Amazingly lifelike replicas with incredible color accuracy that stand the test of time.

Lane Snapper Replica Mount — The Best Fish Mounts
For more than 40 years we have handcrafted beautiful fish for anglers all over the globe.

Tigerfish Mount — Unveiling Rarity
Explore our gallery of rare **fish replicas**, from the elusive tigerfish to the majestic giant bluefin tuna.

Northern Pike Mount — Beyond the Trophy
Crafting custom fiberglass reproductions that go beyond ordinary trophy mounts.

mounted salmon — Realistic Mounted Fish
Experience the artistry in every mounted fish, a testament to our commitment to realism and quality.

The quality of our work is what separates us from our competition. The details are what breathe life into each and every fish we create.

Michael Kirkhart
Fish Taxidermist / Fish Artist
Founder & Owner

FISH MOUNTS YOU WILL CHERISH FOREVER

This time the big one didn’t get away and you’ve caught the fish of a lifetime. You’re thinking of getting the fish mounted but the thought of fish taxidermy and all that it entails isn’t so appealing. Perhaps an incredibly lifelike fiberglass replica of your trophy is what you need.

With pictures, measurements, and a brief conversation you are well on your way to having an amazing replica mount… no fish taxidermy required.

New Wave Taxidermy creates incredibly unique and custom replica fish mounts that are built to last.

We may be labeled fish taxidermy but we feel what we do is more of an art form. Give us the opportunity and we will create a fish that you will cherish for a lifetime.

Got Any Jacks? by Donald Lipski – Miami International Airport

Fish Taxidermy

…or something more?

Our work can be found in the Miami airport and the Riverwalk in San Antonio under the bridge. You may even occasionally bump into it in various local markets in the area and even around the world. We take great pride in all of our work and we love to see it displayed publicly.

How about a piece of driftwood or a section of a coral reef? We enjoy creating special environments for our fish and are certainly willing to discuss anything you may have in mind.

New Wave Taxidermy creates custom replica mounts of your fish to your photos and specifications.

For more than 40 years we have been building a reputation for quality and for craftsmanship. We love the work and we feel that makes all the difference.

F-I-S-H by Donald Lipski – San Antonio Riverwalk

Fish Taxidermy

…or something more?

Our work can be found in the Miami airport and the Riverwalk in San Antonio under the bridge. You may even occasionally bump into it in various local markets in the area and even around the world. We take great pride in all of our work and we love to see it displayed publicly.

How about a piece of driftwood or a section of a coral reef? We enjoy creating special environments for our fish and are certainly willing to discuss anything you may have in mind.

New Wave Taxidermy creates custom replica mounts of your fish to your photos and specifications.

For more than 40 years we have been building a reputation for quality and for craftsmanship. We love the work and we feel that makes all the difference.

Got Any Jacks? by Donald Lipski – Miami International Airport

FISH MOUNTS YOU WILL CHERISH FOREVER

This time the big one didn’t get away and you’ve caught the fish of a lifetime. You’re thinking of getting the fish mounted but the thought of fish taxidermy and all that it entails isn’t so appealing. Perhaps an incredibly lifelike fiberglass replica of your trophy is what you need.

With pictures, measurements, and a brief conversation you are well on your way to having an amazing replica mount… no fish taxidermy required.

New Wave Taxidermy creates incredibly unique and custom replica fish mounts that are built to last.

We may be labeled fish taxidermy but we feel what we do is more of an art form. Give us the opportunity and we will create a fish that you will cherish for a lifetime.

Learn more about the New Wave team

and their philosophy.

Meet Our Team

Not convinced? Watch this!

Perhaps you’re on the fence. You’re just looking, doing research. We want to help you with that process and we want you to feel confident in your decision.

In the following video world champion fish artist Mike Kirkhart gives you a unique behind the scenes tour of New Wave Taxidermy. It’s certainly worth a few minutes of your time, especially if you’re looking to have a mounted fish made.

Real People, Real Reviews

“Hands down the best fish taxidermist in the country. Their attention to detail goes way beyond what you will find anywhere else. All you need are the measurements of your fish and a photo to have an amazing replica done by this family owned business. I’ve had two mounts made by them and the life that they give their mounts is beyond comparison. The fish look ALIVE.”

Stephen F

“Very happy with my 31 inch sea trout. New Wave is a top of the line first class company all the way. From the time I placed my order till the time it arrived to my house everything was topnotch first class. All of the small detail that was put into the mount makes it look alive and real. These are definitely people with experience.”

Daniel M

“GREAT people, GREAT service, GREAT prices, and last, but not least, GREAT mounts! Can’t wait to catch another trophy so that New Wave can make another memory for me! Thank you for the great work!”

Viet N

“They construct the most realistic mounts you will ever see. I have 3 so far from New Wave Taxidermy and people can’t believe how real the fish looks up on my wall. The fish literally look like they did when you just pulled them out of the water. I can’t wait to get another mount!”

Ej P

“Hard to put into words how amazing the detail and quality of their work is! From the first phone call to the time I received my redfish 5 stars all around from me! I hope I catch more trophy fish to get more work from them! Thank you New Wave! “

Dustin C

“The New Wave team has done three freshwater replicas for me and I really don’t know what they could have done better from the upfront order until hanging on my wall. Just a great experience each time.”

Jeff C

“Just picked up my 30in peacock bass, it is an amazing piece of art, so realistic it looks like it could swim off the wall. New Wave Taxidermy is the only stop for your replicas. No one can do it better!”

Roger C