![]() When using traps to harvest furbearing animals, a Trapper ID number is required. Nonresidents also must have a license to harvest unprotected furbearers (skunk and coyote). It is illegal to take black-footed ferret, coatimundi, pine marten, and river otter in New Mexico. Protected furbearers (raccoon, badger, weasel, fox, ringtail, bobcat, beaver, muskrat, and nutria) can be harvested only during furbearer season. In New Mexico, a furbearer license is required for residents age 12 and older and all nonresidents to hunt, trap, or possess protected furbearers. Bobcat pelts are often prime as late as April, but condition of fur varies considerably by individual.īefore harvesting any furbearing animal, it is your legal responsibility to know and understand all state rules and regulations regarding harvest, possession, and trade or sale of furbearing animals and their pelts. However, most furs are thick and marketable by early December even though they may not be fully prime.įox and coyote pelts begin to drop in quality and appearance during the breeding season, which is usually from late January through February in New Mexico. ![]() The time frame of when a pelt is most marketable varies with species of animal, climate, region, and market conditions. The winter coats of younger animals become prime (fully developed guard hair and underfur) earlier in the fall than those of older animals. Therefore, the most valuable furs are taken during the colder months. Winter coats provide the animal with added protection from the elements and are thicker and fuller than summer coats. Most furbearing animals alternate between winter and summer coats. Similarly, you should check with the tannery you plan to send pelts to if having them tanned commercially. ![]() If you intend to sell your pelts, it is best to check periodically with an established fur buyer for preferred methods of skinning and handling since these may change. This publication presents procedures and techniques for skinning animals and preparing the pelts for sale or tanning. For those wishing to tan pelts for personal use, pelts must be prepared properly to facilitate a high-quality finished product, whether tanned at home or sent to a commercial tannery. Uniform preparation is an important consideration because pelts are graded by size, quality, and appearance. If pelts are to be sold, it is simply good business to prepare them properly. (Print Friendly PDF) IntroductionĬorrectly preparing pelts is essential to secure a top market price or to allow for successful tanning. Smallidge College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, New Mexico State UniversityĪuthor: Range Improvement Task Force Coordinator and Assistant Professor/Extension Wildlife Specialist, Department of Animal Sciences and Natural Resources, New Mexico State University. If you would like a different type of leather skin and you don`t see it listed here please let me know.Guide L-101 Revised by Samuel T. If you need any other information please do not hesitate to ask. 8 mm ***The photos are for reference only and not necessarily of the actual hide*** The leather skins listed here are full lambskins and NOT leather scraps. ![]() The average thickness of a lambskin hide is 2 oz or. The square footage on genuine LEATHER refers to total workable surface area as leather hides shapes are not consistent. ***Measurements on leather skins are not the same as on fabric***įor example on AVERAGE a 4 sq ft leather skin will measure about 24¨x 22¨ at its longest and widestįor example on AVERAGE a 6 sq ft leather skin will measure about 28¨x 26¨ at its longest and widestįor example on AVERAGE a 7 sq ft leather skin will measure about 33¨x 28¨ at its longest and widestįor example on AVERAGE a 8 sq ft leather skin will measure about 36¨x 32¨ at its longest and widestįor example on AVERAGE a 9 sq ft leather skin will measure about 37¨x 33¨ at its longest and widest ![]() You could even use this hide for home décor, such as to reupholster a chair or sofa for your living area. Transform this material into a gorgeous handbag or into a beautiful leather garment. This textured finished lambskin hide will leave any crafter with an abundance of possibilities. Instead of spending your time and money on those generic products at the department store, consider making your own clothing accessories from one of our genuine leather animal hides. The leather hide is light weight yet has a lot of body and would be great for any craft or DIY project.Ĭlothing accessories today are often mass-produced, and lack the unique characteristics found in the handmade pieces that once populated store shelves. This hide has a textured suede finish which gives it a very natural look. Lambskin Genuine Leather Animal Hides in a Brown Suede Tanned Craft Sheepskin. ![]()
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