Sourcing of Specimens

All animals and invertebrates used at Beautiful Remains Taxidermy are ethically and legally sourced, in full compliance with my NSW Biodiversity Conservation Licence and aligned with my own deep respect for animal life.
I do not accept or work with animals that have been intentionally harmed, trapped, or killed for the purpose of taxidermy. Instead, specimens are sourced through one of the following means:

• Natural death: Animals found deceased by members of the public, landholders, or wildlife carers, where no harm was caused in their death.

• Veterinary euthanasia: Pets or animals euthanised by a registered veterinarian for legitimate health reasons, with proper documentation provided.

• Licensed pest control: Introduced pest species humanely culled by licensed hunters or landowners in accordance with pest management laws. Rather than being discarded, these animals are given dignity through preservation.

• Authorised transfers: Specimens from licensed zoos, wildlife carers, or institutions permitted to handle and release protected animal remains.

• Ethically farmed invertebrates: Insects and other invertebrates are sourced from sustainable, captive-bred populations and never collected from the wild to ensure ecological balance is preserved.

  Every specimen is assessed individually, and detailed records are kept for each animal, including its origin, legal status, and any third-party handling. This ensures complete traceability and transparency in my practice.
  My work is guided not only by the law, but by ethics—and by a commitment to treating even the smallest life with care, reverence, and integrity.