This captain was obviously not "UP" on the latest information. It is no longer necessary for a trophy fish to be taken from the ocean for mounting purposes. There is no longer any need for the actual fish......even the mount's teeth can be created from molds using dental acrylics.
The Marine Taxidermy Industry once relied almost exclusively on freshly caught fish for producing trophy mounts. And the charter fleet boated thousands of gamefish every year. The increasing number of fish being taken out of the water resulted in a situation where sailfish and other prized species were becoming more and more difficult to catch.
However, due to an increased awareness brought about by The Billfish Foundation, The International Game Fish Association, and others, the majority of all trophy game fish are now being released alive for mounting purposes. Release mounts produced from composite materials are now the choice of both novice and master anglers alike. The release mount segment is the fastest growing part of the marine taxidermy industry. And Fort Lauderdale is once again considered by many to be the Sailfishing Capital of the US.
Raymond Douglas
Owner -King Sailfish Mounts
King Sailfish Mounts proudly offers an array of mounted fish, producing both freshwater and saltwater fish mounts. Also called release mounts, KSM's fiberglass fish replicas provide sportsmen with the absolute highest level of quality and value, and symbolize an age of environmental awareness. Our artists capture the rich beauty.....(for more, click on "About Us". )
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Wednesday, April 29, 2009
No Need To Kill For A Fish Mount
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