{"product_id":"black-wildebeest-taxidermy-shoulder-mount-1","title":"Black Wildebeest Taxidermy Shoulder Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003e30 x 29 x 17\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"474\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eblack wildebeest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, also known as the white-tailed gnu, is one of two closely related wildebeest species, the other being the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eblue wildebeest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. It belongs to the Connochaetes genus and the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBovidae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e family, so yeah, it’s officially part of the cool antelope club. These animals are native to southern Africa, especially \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, where they roam open grasslands and plains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"859\" data-start=\"476\"\u003eThey’ve got a pretty distinctive look too. Dark brown to black bodies, a long white tail that kind of looks like a horse’s tail, and a shaggy mane that gives them a slightly dramatic, windblown vibe. Their curved horns add to that tough, ready-to-throw-down appearance. They’re built stocky and muscular, especially in the front, which makes them look heavier than they actually are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1309\" data-start=\"861\"\u003eBut don’t let that chunky build fool you, these guys can move. Black wildebeest can hit speeds up to about 80 kph, which is around 50 mph. That is a lot of animal moving very fast. They are also quick to turn and surprisingly agile, which makes them tough targets for predators like lions and hyenas. When they get going as a group, it is basically a stampede of muscle and horns, and that is not something most predators want to deal with head-on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1625\" data-start=\"1311\"\u003eThey are also known for some quirky behavior. Black wildebeest will sometimes run in circles or suddenly take off as a group for no obvious reason, almost like they forgot what they were doing and hit reset. It might look chaotic, but it helps them stay alert and ready to react if something actually does show up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1717\" data-start=\"1627\"\u003eSo yeah, big, fast, a little weird, and not something you want charging in your direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Shipping Info For Oversized Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oversized items like this do not qualify for the free shipping discount.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more information about our shipping policies, please see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paxtongate.com\/pages\/shipping\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshipping page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e  We will do our best to ship via conventional methods, but some mounts are just too big for carriers to handle safely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Conventional\u003c\/strong\u003e: We will work to find you the best shipping rate and invoice you once it’s determined. Our in-house rates are typically lower than what you’d find at your local shipping store, as we regularly send out packages. Once your item is packed and ready, we’ll invoice you for the shipping. If the cost is more than you’re comfortable with, you can cancel your order at no charge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Conventional: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf we are unable to ship via \u003cspan\u003econventional\u003c\/span\u003e methods, we recommend a taxidermy-specific carrier called \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/trophytransport.com\/quotes.php\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrophy Transport\u003c\/a\u003e. Once purchased, we ask that you reach out to them to arrange shipping and payment. After that is done, we will work out the logistics and pickup with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"465\" data-start=\"295\"\u003eWe can also work with another carrier of your choice, but for taxidermy, they are generally the best and most affordable option since they do not need to crate the piece which is expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"558\" data-start=\"467\"\u003eFor more information, please email us at \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" data-end=\"527\" data-start=\"508\"\u003einfo@PaxtonGate.com \u003c\/a\u003eor see our shipping page \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/paxtongate.com\/pages\/shipping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Doug Tupen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52328830140640,"sku":"442517","price":1830.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0077\/2797\/2442\/files\/Paxton_Gate_tax_black_wildebeest3.jpg?v=1779816709","url":"https:\/\/paxtongate.com\/products\/black-wildebeest-taxidermy-shoulder-mount-1","provider":"Paxton Gate","version":"1.0","type":"link"}