{"product_id":"dermestid-beetle-skull-cleaning","title":"Dermestid Beetle Skull Cleaning","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact us to get started, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003edo not add to cart\u003c\/span\u003e - Thank you!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive your skull a clean, natural finish without the damage that can come from boiling. Dermestid beetles carefully remove remaining tissue while helping preserve delicate nasal structures, fine bone details, and the overall integrity of the skull.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach specimen is different, so please contact BLT Fur \u0026amp; Fun \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebefore shipping or dropping off any head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. We’ll confirm that your specimen can be accepted, discuss preparation and add-ons, and provide current turnaround expectations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing Your Specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnless you are purchasing the skinning add-on, please:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove the hide, eyes, tongue, and as much excess meat as reasonably possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreeze the head promptly and keep it frozen until drop-off or shipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble-bag and clearly label the specimen with your name, contact information, species, and harvest date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not boil, salt, bleach, bury, chemically treat, or allow the head to decompose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not ship a specimen until shipping arrangements have been confirmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkinning is available for an additional $40 if you would prefer to bring in the head intact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurnaround Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkull cleaning is a natural process and cannot be rushed. Turnaround varies depending on the species, size and condition of the specimen, fat and grease content, requested finishing services, current workload, and beetle-colony activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn estimated timeframe will be provided when your specimen is accepted, but completion dates are not guaranteed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo rotten heads. No rushed orders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeadheads, mummified specimens, damaged skulls, and other unusually dried or deteriorated heads require additional preparation and are quoted individually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeposit and Final Payment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 50% deposit is required before work begins. Any selected add-ons will be included in your final service total. The remaining balance is due when the skull is complete and before pickup or return shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable add-ons include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkinning: +$40\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhitening: +$20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower jaw cleaning: +$40\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeadheads and mummified specimens: quoted individually\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLegal Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers are responsible for ensuring every specimen was legally acquired and may be legally possessed, transported, and transferred for cleaning. Any required hunting license information, harvest tag, permit, proof of legal possession, or other documentation must remain with or accompany the specimen as required by law.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBLT Fur \u0026amp; Fun reserves the right to refuse any specimen that arrives without required documentation or that cannot legally be accepted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease contact BLT Fur \u0026amp; Fun before purchasing, shipping, or dropping off a specimen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BLT Fur \u0026 Fun","offers":[{"title":"Furbearers","offer_id":46045278535740,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Non-antlered deer","offer_id":46045278568508,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antlered deer","offer_id":46045278601276,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pronghorn","offer_id":46045278634044,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cow elk","offer_id":46045278666812,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bull elk","offer_id":46045278699580,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wolf","offer_id":46045278732348,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mountain lion","offer_id":46045278765116,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bear","offer_id":46045278797884,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/6600\/8124\/files\/IMG_5371.jpg?v=1787337735","url":"https:\/\/bltfurandfun.com\/products\/dermestid-beetle-skull-cleaning","provider":"BLT Fur \u0026 Fun","version":"1.0","type":"link"}