# Mythical Creature Taxidermy From Professor Copperthwaite's Collection of Fictional Travels By Luisa Amanda Gomes | Published 2010-04-15 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/professor-copperthwaite-collection References: [artsyspot](http://artsyspot.com/the-weirdest-stuffed-animals/) & [telegraph](http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/picturegalleries/uknews/7581448/The-Strange-World-of-Professor-Copperthwaite-bizarre-stuffed-animals-up-for-sale-at-auction.html) Taxidermy is nothing new, yet the stuffed prizes from Professor Copperthwaite's collection definitely defies what we thought we knew about this type of preservation art. This assortment of [crazy and imaginative animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog) include odd creatures like a flying cat, a [unicorn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corazon-marikit-doll), an abominable snowman and a hairy swordfish. Whether or not these creatures actually exist, wouldn't you love to own one and see how many people you can fool with their existence? **Implications** - My favorite by far is the kitten with a set of angel wings as it somehow managed to make an [adorable creature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urupocha-chan) even more adorable. If only such a creature existed, I'd become a crazy winged-cat lady in a heartbeat! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fictional Creature Taxidermy:** There is a growing interest in creating and owning taxidermized versions of mythical and fictional creatures. - **Fantasy Art Preservation:** Preserving fantasy art and bringing it to life through taxidermy is becoming a popular trend. - **Illusionary Taxidermy:** Artists are experimenting with taxidermy techniques to create creatures that challenge our perception of reality. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Collectibles:** The art and collectibles industry can benefit from this trend by incorporating fantasy creature taxidermy into their offerings. - **Film and Entertainment:** The film and entertainment industry can leverage this trend by creating and showcasing taxidermy versions of creatures from popular movies and TV shows. - **Design and Fashion:** Designers and fashion houses can incorporate fantasy creature taxidermy into their products to create unique and eye-catching pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Hybrid Mystery Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animal-x-vegetable-gachapon.md) - [Creature-Inspired Home Good Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-jeffreys-loverboy.md) - [Mythical Creature Easter Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candyrific-easter.md) - [Comforting Plush Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloudheads.md) - [Almost-Extinct Animal Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fauna-series.md) - [Fantastical Creature-Inspired Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irnbru-xtra-legend-editions.md) - [Charming Creepy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deddy-bears.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Animal-Shaped Luxury Beanbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ark-collection.md)