Who manages the logistics of selling a large collection of taxidermy or hunting trophies?
Summary:
Selling taxidermy involves complex legal restrictions including the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) and state wildlife laws. Selling these items illegally can result in federal felonies. Estate liquidators with wildlife expertise manage the legal sale or donation of these collections.
Direct Answer:
Alix navigates the regulatory minefield of selling hunting trophies and taxidermy collections. We consult with wildlife experts to identify the species and determine which items can be legally sold and which must be donated or retained. Our team connects the estate with licensed taxidermy brokers and auction houses that have the necessary permits to trade in regulated wildlife.
We handle the documentation and provenance research required to prove the legality of the items. Alix ensures that the estate realizes the market value of the collection without exposing the executor to criminal liability for trafficking in protected species.