Small Waterfowl & Bird Taxidermy Bases

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Handcrafted small waterfowl and bird taxidermy bases built specifically for ducks, upland birds, and competition bird mounts. These tabletop bases are designed for professional taxidermists who need clean presentation, consistent sizing, and affordable nationwide shipping.

Nichols Taxidermy Bases specializes in small bird and waterfowl bases that work equally well for shop mounts, client displays, and taxidermy competitions.

Our small waterfowl taxidermy bases are commonly used for:

• Ducks (mallards, wood ducks, teal, pintails)
• Upland birds (pheasant, grouse, quail)
• Competition bird mounts
• Tabletop and wall-adjacent displays

The low-profile design keeps attention on the bird while providing a stable, professional foundation.

All small bases are available in Slim (2") or Standard (2.75") profiles at the same price.

• 7" Octagon  -  $35
• 10" Octagon  -  $45
• 14" Octagon  -  $55

• 7" Square  -  $30
• 10" Square  -  $35

• 18 × 9 Rectangle  - $45

Select walnut and maple waterfowl bases are offered in limited quantities.

Hardwood bases are best suited for:

• Competition birds
• High-end client pieces
• Display mounts where presentation matters most

Availability depends on material supply and build schedule.

Small bird and waterfowl bases ship efficiently across the United States. These sizes avoid oversized freight, keeping shipping costs reasonable for single bases or small bulk orders.

Many taxidermists reorder these bases regularly to keep bird projects moving without delays.

• Professional waterfowl taxidermists
• Competition bird taxidermists
• Studios specializing in ducks and upland birds
• Shops needing consistent, repeatable small bird bases

Custom sizes and larger pedestal bases are available upon request.

If you have questions about sizing, finishes, or bird-specific recommendations, feel free to reach out.

Nichols Taxidermy Bases builds every base in-house to support professional bird and waterfowl taxidermy across the United States.