Welcome to Cessna’s Taxidermy

Semi-Retired Taxidermy

Cessna’s Taxidermy strongly supports the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Wild Turkey Federation, Ducks Unlimited, Trout Unlimited, Ruffed Grouse Society, Pheasants Forever, Pennsylvania Wildlife Habitat Unlimited, NRA, the PA Game Commission, and the PA Fish and Boat Commission.
Elk Form

After 45 years in business, Cliff Cessna will be partially retiring. Starting in September of 2021, Cessna’s Taxidermy will only accept deer and other antlered game. Starting January 2023, we will be open by appointment only. Please call (814) 371-7639 to set up an appointment.

We are so thankful for all of the years of patronage and hunting stories from our community.

Whitetail

Whitetail Deer Facts

  • Whitetail can leap over an 8 foot fence
  • They can sprint at speeds of 30 mph
  • Disney’s Bambi is the most famous of all whitetail deer. Modeled after a fawn from Maine in 1942

Elk Facts

  • Elk are also referred as Wapiti
  • Their antlers can grow as fast as 1 inch per day
  • The canine teeth (ivories) are considered to be rudimentary tusks
  • About 20 minutes after birth, calves are able to stand

Moose Facts

  • Moose can weigh over 1,300 pounds
  • They cannot tolerate temperatures above 80F for long because they do not sweat
  • Their hair is hollow
  • A moose’s front legs are longer than its back legs.