cleaning skulls

[MetroMutt]

degreasing skulls/bones is always good too, its similar to maceration but its to get the grease out of the bones. The warmer the water the faster the process is and I suggest using dawn soap since its "tough on grease but gentle on everything else" so far its cleaned my doe skull up a good bit

 

[Sea Wolf]

degreasing skulls/bones is always good too, its similar to maceration but its to get the grease out of the bones. The warmer the water the faster the process is and I suggest using dawn soap since its "tough on grease but gentle on everything else" so far its cleaned my doe skull up a good bit

For a deer, it will work wonders if you can heat it to 120 degrees. Seems to be the sweet spot for moving the grease and oils out. Also add a couple of cups of straight ammonia. Works even better.

 

[arwoon]

Hey! I have two gar skulls I was wondering if anyone has advise on preparing? I get pics tomorrow
Thanks!

 

[Sea Wolf]

Hey! I have two gar skulls I was wondering if anyone has advise on preparing? I get pics tomorrow
Thanks!

I do. A lot of pro's here. Keep them frozen until you are ready. https://www.taxidermy.net/forums/17/

 

[arwoon]

I do. A lot of pro's here. Keep them frozen until you are ready. https://www.taxidermy.net/forums/17/

I did not know you and to keep them frozen... ...oops!