What is it called when you stuff animals after they die?

Taxidermy is the art of preserving an animal’s body via mounting (over an armature) or stuffing, for the purpose of display or study. Animals are often, but not always, portrayed in a lifelike state.

Can you legally taxidermy a human?

As far as I know, it is illegal to taxidermy or mount a human being in the US. Human skin discolors greatly after the preservation process and stretches a lot more than animal skin. This would mean that the maker would have to be very skilled in creating an exact body replica and painting and touching up the skin tone.

Can I taxidermy my husband?

Is it legal to taxidermy or mount a human body?

As far as I know, it is illegal to taxidermy or mount a human being in the US. . Human skin discolors greatly after the preservation process and stretches a lot more than animal skin. This would mean that the maker would have to be very skilled in creating an exact body replica and painting and touching up the skin tone.

What is the process of human taxidermy?

As far as the process of human taxidermy is concerned, it requires a new method. As other’s have discussed, human skin doesn’t respond well to tanning. BUT, human skin can be plastinated, which is the process of replacing the water in it with a plastic resin.

What is it like to be a taxidermist?

There are some really incredible taxidermists in the world. Artists who can take an animal skin and make it look alive again; their lines are so soft and their details are so perfect it gives a little illusion that their piece is going to blink at any second.

How much would it cost to taxidermy a six foot man?

I checked the prices listed by taxidermists and it looks like about $250 per linear foot for a black bear. So, assuming the price is about the same for a human, a six foot man would cost about $1500. Add to that applicable state/provincial and federal taxes.