Where do you source your animal specimens from?
Whilst our animals come from all different places, we can assure you that nothing was killed with the intention of being turned into taxidermy.
We source specimens from responsible pest control operations, pet food suppliers, local aquariums, and smaller zoos here in Brisbane, receiving deceased fish and other animals that would otherwise go to waste. Our rodents (rabbits, rats, mice) and smaller birds (quails, chicks) come from the human and animal meat industry, while our ravens, crows and hedgehogs are sourced from Ukrainian zoos. All African hides, as well as animals and parts, are sourced through pest control and conservation efforts and imported with the proper documentation issued by KZN Wildlife in South Africa.
We also source our specimens from breeders, farmers and donations - including sometimes pets. In many cases, breeders and farmers experience stillbirths or birthing complications with their stock, and the animal would otherwise be discarded. We step in to preserve these animals, giving them a second life where they can be treasured forever.
We occasionally offer red fox pelts, which are sourced from pest control operations across Australia. We do not sell specialty or patterned fox pelts, as these come from fur farms - operations we do not support. At such farms, foxes are often kept in small wire cages and skinned alive for their coats. The same can be said about Japanese raccoon dogs (Tanuki), which sellers often try to pass off as American raccoons.
Oddity Bug Club does not sell bats, as these are nearly impossible to legally & ethically obtain. The bats you are seeing for sale from sellers are culled from Indonesia and are nearing endangerment.
Through these practices, we ensure that every specimen in our range is treated with respect and purpose, allowing them to be appreciated and studied for years to come.
If you are ever unsure of where a specimen has been sourced, we encourage you to ask the seller directly.
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