# Cardboard Taxidermy PETA-Friendly Trophy Heads By Tinkalicious | Published 2008-11-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-trophies-for-animal-lovers References: [apartmenttherapy](http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/dc/look/look-cool-animal-trophies-from-cardboard-safari--069916) & [cardboardsafari](http://cardboardsafari.com/shop/index.php?locatekey=efd01076ab39a92996624f57accd92b9) These great trophy heads from Cardboard Safari are made from premium quality, 100% [recycled cardboard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-guitar-1). Described as 'whimsical puzzles,' the laser-cut pieces are precisely made to make construction simple, and are shipped flat for you to put together on your own. In addition to trophy heads--which are far more appealing that the real kind--Cardboard Safari's [seasonal items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playin-choc-christmas-toychoc-boxes) are an excellent [recyclable alternative to traditional holiday decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cat-friendly-holiday-tree). **Implications** - In an eco and animal-friendly world, the killing of animals for decorative purposes is highly taboo and frowned upon by the general public. As a result, products that create alternatives to the killing of animals are on the rise. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Decor:** Opportunity to create alternative products that are environmentally friendly and do not harm animals. - **Recyclable Holiday Decor:** Innovative solutions for holiday decorations that can be easily recycled. - **Laser-cut Construction:** Demand for products with laser-cut pieces that can be assembled easily. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Creating eco-friendly and recyclable decor products for homes. - **Holiday Decorations:** Developing recyclable alternatives to traditional holiday decor items. - **Manufacturing:** Expanding laser-cut construction techniques for various products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Almost-Extinct Animal Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fauna-series.md) - [Upcycled Waste Material Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-furniture-design.md) - [Recycled Material Lamp Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cozy-cleo-lamp.md) - [Biodegradable Wildlife Habitats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodegradable-wildlife-habitat.md) - [Affordable Minimalist Cat Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsy-cat-house.md) - [Recycled Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zbozhzha-pendant-light.md) - [Wildlife Awareness Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-cards.md) - [3-D Card Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/6-popup-animal-cards-to-make.md) - [Cardboard-Inspired Ceramic Household Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-collection.md)