Pheasant Mounts

Flushing ring-necked pheasant mount on a round habitat base in the Stehling's Taxidermy showroom — Flushing rooster on a habitat base, Jefferson showroom

$575 for any pheasant pose. Habitat bases, driftwood, panels and custom scenes are quoted for your display.

Flying, flushing, standing or crowing, as a single bird, a pair or a covey. Every pheasant is mounted in our Jefferson, Wisconsin studio, where Aaron and Austin Stehling check each bird. See the poses ↓

Start your pheasant mount Drop-off hours

Bird in hand? Field care for a pheasant mount. Out of state? How to ship your bird to us. Or call/text (920) 650-7800.

Wisconsin pheasant opener: Saturday, October 17, 2026

Wisconsin’s pheasant season opens Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 9 a.m. and runs through January 3, 2027, with one rooster daily on opening weekend and two roosters daily for the rest of the season (Wisconsin DNR upland bird season dates). If opening weekend puts a mount-worthy rooster in your vest, here is the short version:

Price: $575 for any pheasant pose, as on our price list. That is the mounted bird itself; habitat bases, driftwood, panels and custom scenes are priced separately and quoted for your display.
Pose: flying, flushing, standing or crowing. See the pose ideas below. Which poses suit your bird depends on its condition, which we check when it arrives.
Field care: follow the pheasant field-care steps below, including keeping the long tail straight.
Drop off or ship: studio hours and directions are on our contact page; out-of-town hunters can ship the bird to us.
Start your mount: tell us about your rooster, or call/text (920) 650-7800.

A rooster pheasant is one of the most colorful birds a hunter will ever carry out of a field, and a well-done pheasant mount keeps every bit of that color for a lifetime. At Stehling’s Taxidermy we have been mounting pheasants since 1978, and brothers Aaron and Austin Stehling still oversee every bird at our Jefferson, Wisconsin studio. Flying, flushing, standing, or strutting, each pheasant mount is custom-posed to your vision and finished to museum standards.

We ship nationwide, so whether your bird came from a South Dakota road ditch or a Wisconsin CRP field, we can mount it. Learn how to ship your bird to us, or drop it off at our Jefferson studio or our New Franken (Green Bay area) showroom.

Pheasant Mount Poses & Ideas

Pheasants give a taxidermist a lot to work with: a long tail, iridescent green head, white neck ring, and a copper-and-gold body that catches light from every angle. The pose you choose decides how much of that shows. These are the pheasant mount ideas we build most often.

Flying Pheasant Mount

The classic. A flying pheasant mount captures the flush, wings open, tail streaming, and works beautifully on a wall bracket or above a doorway. It is the best pose for showing off wing color and tail length, and it takes up very little floor space.

Two flying ring-necked pheasant mounts on the showroom wall at Stehling's Taxidermy — Flying rooster mounts on the showroom wall.

Flushing / Rising Pheasant

Wings up, feet just leaving the ground, usually set on a habitat base with grass or corn stubble. This is the pose that tells the story of the shot and pairs well with a dog on a mantel scene.

Flushing ring-necked pheasant mount on a round habitat base, Stehling's Taxidermy showroom — A flushing rooster on a habitat base.

Standing Pheasant Mount

A standing pheasant mount, relaxed or alert, is the most natural-looking option and the easiest to display on a shelf, desk, or pedestal. We can add a habitat base with snow, corn, or prairie grass to match where you hunted.

Strutting / Crowing Rooster

Head back, ear tufts up, tail fanned slightly. A crowing rooster shows the full head color and is a favorite for hunters who want something different from the standard flying bird.

Pairs and Coveys

A rooster and hen together, or two roosters fighting, makes a striking multi-bird scene. Pheasant hens are legal to mount in most states when taken on licensed preserves; ask us if you are unsure about your bird.

Pair of flushing ring-necked pheasant taxidermy mounts on a corn-stalk habitat base by Stehling's Taxidermy — A pair of roosters on one corn-stalk habitat base.

Pheasant Mount Pricing

$575 for any pheasant pose. Bases, habitat, and driftwood are additional, and we will help you design a display that fits your space. Flexible payment plans are available: pay in full, 50/50, three installments, or monthly through our Easy 8 Payment Plan. No banks, no credit checks.

Standard delivery is 12 to 14 months, with some projects taking longer. If you need your pheasant sooner, rush options start at 180 days (+25%), 90 days (+50%), or 30 days (+100%) for select orders; availability is limited, so reach out early. See all pricing and payment details.

Why Hunters Choose Stehling’s for Pheasant Taxidermy

Bird taxidermy since 1978. Two generations of Stehlings have mounted thousands of upland birds and waterfowl.
Every feather set by hand. Pheasant feathers are long, loose, and easy to get wrong. We groom and set each tract individually so the bird looks alive, not stuffed.
Accurate anatomy. We measure every bird and build the form to it, so leg position, wing set, and head angle are right for the pose.
Work led by Aaron and Austin Stehling in our Jefferson studio. Aaron and Austin do the final quality check on every mount that leaves our 8,000 sq. ft. Jefferson studio.
Two Wisconsin locations plus nationwide shipping. Visit us in Jefferson or New Franken near Green Bay, or ship your bird from anywhere in the U.S.

Field Care for a Pheasant Mount

A great pheasant mount starts the moment the bird hits the ground. A few simple steps protect the feathers until the bird reaches us:

Do not wring the neck or carry the bird by the neck. Pick it up by the feet.
Keep the feathers clean and dry. Wipe away blood with a damp paper towel and tuck a small wad of paper towel in the mouth to stop drips.
Don’t gut the bird. Leave it whole.
Cool it quickly. Tuck the bird’s head under its wing, place it in one or two Ziploc bags or garbage bags, and freeze it.
Protect the tail. Never bend or fold the tail feathers. Lay the bird flat with the tail straight when you transport and freeze it.
Choose the best bird. Late-season roosters with long tails and full color make the best mounts. Avoid birds with heavy shot damage to the head or wings if you have a choice.

Bringing a bird that has been sitting in a vest all day? Call us. We can usually still work with it. More guides are on our pre-hunt and field-care page.

Pheasant Mount FAQ

How much does a pheasant mount cost?

At Stehling’s, any pheasant pose is $575. Habitat bases and custom scenes are priced separately, and we offer interest-free payment plans over eight months.

How long does pheasant taxidermy take?

Standard turnaround is 12 to 14 months, with some projects taking longer. Rush service is available at 180, 90 or 30 days for an additional fee on select orders; availability is limited.

Can you mount a pheasant that has been frozen for a long time?

Usually, yes. A bird bagged properly and kept frozen will mount well even after a year or more. Freezer burn on the head or feet can sometimes be repaired.

What is the best pose for a pheasant mount?

Flying is the most popular because it shows the most color and fits on a wall. Standing mounts are the most natural and the easiest to place on a shelf. If you are not sure, send us a photo of the spot where it will hang and we will recommend a pose.

Do you sell pheasant mounts?

We occasionally have finished birds available in our showrooms. Call (920) 650-7800 to ask what is on hand, or commission a custom mount from your own bird.

Do you mount other upland birds?

Yes. Ruffed grouse, sharp-tailed grouse, prairie chickens, chukar, Hungarian partridge, quail, and woodcock are all $575. See our upland game bird taxidermy page.