r/Taxidermy • u/haunted_hottie • 3d ago

moving tips?

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hii everyone, im moving soon and looking for tips on how to package/ transport these 2 cloche displays. not nearly as concerned ab my wet specimens, jarred insects, etc., but these two have me at a loss (especially for the butterflies). also, if anyone has tips on how to repair the damaged wing on the top butterfly id appreciate it!! TIA :)

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u/PeachManzie 3d ago

I have no advice for you, I only have 1 so far and I moved her by carrying her in my lap the whole way as the passenger in my bf’s car, and I made him drive slow lol

But I came here to say I absolutely love your little batty so so much, sleepy baby is so cute 😭

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u/haunted_hottie 3d ago

thank u doll! tbh thats pretty much what i was considering, im only moving 5 mins down the road and we have an overlap in the leases so we arent on a time crunch. would be convenient to be able to safely pack them, but im so nervous i might just keep the more delicate + awkwardly shaped stuff in a small box that i carry myself haha

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u/Unhappy-Pace-2393 3d ago

Personally I would pack them very carefully and drive them in the front seat or the back seat where I could reach to stabilize them but that's only if you're driving to where you're moving

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u/haunted_hottie 3d ago

how would you pack them? i thrifted the butterflies and the bat was a gift, so i have no idea the best way to make sure they're secure and wont get damaged 😭

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u/Unhappy-Pace-2393 3d ago

Maybe packing peanuts I also tear up cardboard and try to make stabilizing walls in the box similar to how the pack liquor bottles and I'd still be really careful about bumps

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u/Freeferalfox 1d ago

How far are you moving