Bluegill 2

Lepomis macrochirus

For customers who would only settle for a great version of the bluegill eye for taxidermy, we think we have something to offer. The Bluegill 2 eye was developed with taxidermy experts and can be suitable for both competition and commercial taxidermy. The eye features an accurate ovate pupil, outlined with a wide golden skirt, and a wine-red iris getting darker towards the edge. Our eyes are cast from polymer resins (similar to acrylic) using our own patented technology that gives them extreme hardness, chemical stability, and heat resistance. The eyes can be dry-cleaned, treated with most organic solvents, and heated to 130 degrees Celsius (about 260 degrees Fahrenheit) for 20 minutes. The iris and pupil are digitally printed, which allows us to create very complex images. The image is refracted by the strong lens in a special way, creating the unique effect of a real eye. On the back side of the eye, there is a ribbed plastic peg that helps position and set the eye on a mold. It can be easily snapped off if not needed.