XL River Otter Fur Hide – Taxidermy Quality (OTR1003)

XL River Otter Fur Hide – Taxidermy Quality (OTR1003)

This extra-large male River Otter fur hide is a premium, taxidermy-quality specimen originating from Idaho. Case skinned and expertly prepared, it retains all key anatomical features, including feet, claws, genitalia, ears turned, and lips split, making it ideal for professional taxidermy applications.

The pelt showcases #1 select quality, heavy winter otter fur hide with excellent density and luster. Notably, it features an exceptionally long and wide silvery throat, adding to its visual impact and desirability. Its size and condition make it well suited for rugging, life-size mounts, or soft mounts.

Unlike stretched and dried hides, this otter was laid out and salted after fleshing, allowing it to maintain a more natural body shape after tanning, which is highly preferred for realistic mounting.

Specifications:

• Species: River Otter

• Sex: Male

• Origin: Idaho, USA

• Preparation: Case skinned; feet, claws, genitalia intact; ears turned; lips split

• Fur Quality: #1 select, heavy winter fur

• Total Length:

  • 53 inches (tip of nose to tip of tail)

  • 35 inches (tip of nose to base of tail)

• Size Grade: Extra Large (XL)

• Item Code: OTR1003

Condition Notes:
The leather has a few minor, common defects, all easily repairable by an experienced taxidermist:

• Approximately ½-inch diameter hole in the front right leg skin from a Fish & Game CITES tag

• Approximately 1-inch diameter hole near the right rear leg skin

• A couple of ½-inch knife slits in the tail

Summary:
An exceptionally nice XL River Otter fur hide with outstanding winter fur, impressive size, and a striking silvery throat. Properly prepared to retain its natural form, this hide offers excellent potential for high-end taxidermy work or display.