Roadkill, Both Wacky and Whimsical

Who Killed Cock Robin? Your diorama-creating neighbor, the one who pretty much stays to himself, puttering in his potting shed. I watch enough of those serial killer TV shows to know that the local prostitutes should best beware.

Skeletons In the Closet

In photographer Klaus Pichler's project Skeletons In the Closet taxidermied animals are on the lose! (via Conscientious)

Walrus Trophy

Found at Bad Postcards

Crappy Taxidermy

Yay, I love taxidermy bad AND good, but Crappy Taxidermy is all about....well, guess.

Albino Squirrel Heaven

From the Flickr set description:

Sam Sanfiliipo has created a taxidermied utopia to help keep the minds of the grieving occupied. His world of dioramas exists in the basement of an unassuming funeral home in Madison, WI. Enjoy this brief photo tour of some of the squirrel dioramas. The museum is also home to hundreds of other trophies including fish, raccoons, and at least a couple of badgers. If you'd like to visit, just contact Cress Funeral home at 608-238-8406 to make an appointment. Tell 'em Extreme Craft sent you!

"Ground Squirrel Poker" from Extreme Craft's set.

Learn to Mount Birds and Animals

It's fun, it's recycling, and in these challenging times, great career potential.

Or if formal education at accredited institutions is not your "bag", then follow some easy "do-it-yourself" advice from Flickr user "Bumpoo Willie" in the Taxidermy group.
i think it's easier than a lot of people make out. i, for example, have taxidermised several small animals, and have a couple of dozen items of roadkill in my freezer. i do all my work in my kitchen with a standard penknife.

1. flay the creature's skin from it's flesh.

2. rub a bit of vodka on it to clean it, and help to stop it rotting.

3. using some scrunched up pieces of newspaper, cram the skin of the animal until taut.

4. superglue the incision closed.

5. pose and staple feet to a wooden base.

6. enjoy.