Located in East Lansing, Michigan, Charlie Fanta has been producing bird taxidermy of exceptional artistry and craftsmanship for over 25 years. Fanta Taxidermy is currently accepting bird specimens only and is not accepting mammals, fish, or big game projects at this time. Serving sportsmen, museums, schools, and nature centers, Charlie is experienced at working with a wide variety of bird species from across the world. Whether it’s a waterfowl mount, upland bird, turkey, or other avian specimen, every mount receives the utmost time and attention.

Specializing exclusively in birds, all mounts are completed according to the highest standards and are built to last a lifetime. Having won the top award of World Champion Birds in 1995, Charlie joined the ranks of only a handful of American taxidermists to ever receive this honor.

Fanta Taxidermy also offers personalized training and instruction in bird taxidermy. Classes and seminars are held for all levels, from beginner to professional. Charlie has developed simple, straightforward techniques that students can easily understand. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn one on one from a true master.