Originally Posted by
Oldtimr
Are you sure you want to spend money to get a bird in poor plumage mounted?
Very good point....but that was my first bird of the day and first bird ever as I am still new to waterfowl hunting. Probably sounds stupid, but I have mounted all my first kills and my buddy knows the taxidermist and he is only charging $140 which I thought was a really good price. Making me reconsider now, but it is still my first duck harvest ever so now I am torn! SO is it poor plumage or an eclipse phase? Like I said I am still new to waterfowl hunting as I have been a very dedicated big game and turkey hunter for the last 10 years... so any and all insight and knowledge I can gain is much appreciated! Def lots to learn!