Renew a licence to carry out taxidermy or possess preserved specimens

Introduction

If you hold a taxidermy licence, you need to renew it before the expiry date.

Before renewing, you must return the specimen record and transaction form with:

• details of any protected specimens you've obtained and where they were sourced
• any sales transactions of protected specimens you have participated in (with relevant details).
• any taxidermy services you've provided. 

You do this online by submitting the Specimen record and transaction form.

What you need

• the report after completing the Specimen record and transaction form
• the PDF form – ‘Licence to Possess Preserved Specimens and/or Carry Out Taxidermy – Renewal'
• your payment for the renewal fee.

How to apply

1. Select the 'Download PDF form' button.
2. Complete the application form.
3. Submit your application by email to the details on the form.

More information

• You do not need a licence to keep or carry out taxidermy on non-native animals or hold processed animal products.
• You cannot sell or trade animal specimens, even if you do not want to keep it. If you’re a professional taxidermist, you may advertise and charge for your taxidermy services.
• When you hold a taxidermy licence, you'll need to follow the relevant conditions for your licence type found in:
  • Taxidermist Biodiversity Conservation Licence
  • Protected Animal Specimens Biodiversity Conservation Licence.
• For more information, contact the Wildlife Team on 9585 6406 or email wildlife.licensing@environment.nsw.gov.au.