Quick Facts & Highlights
Species Name: Brook Trout
Scientific Name: Salvelinus fontinalis
Common Nicknames: Brookie, Squaretail,
Species Category: Trout & Char
Available Lengths Range: 11'' to 31''
Mount Options & Base Rates:
Half Wall Mount: Starts at $160 minimum charge (applies 11" to 16")
Full Wall Mount: Starts at $17 per inch ($187 for 11")
360° Suspension Mount: Starts at $20 per inch ($220 for 11")
Catch Photo Matching: Included at no extra charge (no physical fish required)
Materials & Construction: High-density fiberglass composite cast from first-generation molds, hand-painted glass eyes set in epoxy, automotive-grade airbrush pigments, and UV-resistant urethane clear coat, built in the USA
Turnaround Time: Check the "Current Production Time" link in the website footer
The Jewel of the High Mountain Creek
The Brook Trout is widely considered the most beautiful freshwater fish in North America. Whether you hiked into the Appalachian backcountry for a vibrant native "Brookie" or traveled to Labrador for a massive "Squaretail," landing a trophy specimen is a highly visual and rewarding achievement. Florida Fish Mounts, based in Cocoa, Florida, is the shop of artist Greg Cassell, specializing in custom-painted fiberglass Brook Trout replicas that turn your pristine catch into striking cabin or home décor.
The Ethical Solution for Native Trout
Wild Brook Trout populations rely heavily on catch-and-release practices to thrive. Attempting to keep a trophy breeder for a traditional skin mount removes vital genetics from the stream. Furthermore, skin mounts for trout are notorious for failing. Their skin is extremely thin and highly oily, which inevitably leads to "grease bleed," rapid shrinkage, and the complete loss of their vibrant colors. Fiberglass taxidermy provides the ultimate structural and ethical solution. Greg utilizes professional-grade fiberglass blanks sourced right here in Florida to permanently preserve the deep flanks and delicate fin structures without the decay of old-school taxidermy.
Anatomical Accuracy:
Vermiculation and Blue Halos A true Brook Trout (Salvelinus fontinalis) requires immense technical skill to replicate. They are defined by the complex worm-like vermiculation across their dark green backs, the bright red spots encased in pale blue halos, and the vivid orange lower fins marked by striking white leading edges. Greg ensures strict adherence to this morphology, meticulously hand-painting the specific color phases of your catch. We offer these custom builds in a wide range of sizes from 11 to 31 inches.
Custom Pattern Matching (Optional)
While Greg offers custom pattern matching at no additional cost, a photo is not a requirement for your build. If you do not have a photo of your fish, no problem. Greg will hand-paint your replica to the traditional, vibrant fall spawning phase of a mature Brook Trout. If you do have a photo you would like him to use as a roadmap to match your specific catch, simply upload it during the checkout process.
The Final Approval Process
Your satisfaction is our priority. Once Greg completes the hand-painting of your replica, we will email you high-resolution photos for your final review. We do not apply the protective clear coat or begin the crating process until you have reviewed the photos and provided your explicit approval of the paintwork. This ensures the colors and patterns meet your expectations before the mount is finalized.
Shipping & Final Invoicing
Please note that shipping is calculated and billed separately from your initial order. Because each fish mount varies in size and weight, we do not provide a flat-rate shipping cost at checkout. Once your approved mount is professionally packaged, we determine the final shipping dimensions and weight. At that time, we will send a separate invoice for the shipping balance. Your replica will ship via UPS Ground immediately upon payment of the shipping invoice.
Select Your Mount Style
To begin your custom build, use the dropdown menus above to select your Mount Type and specific Length. We offer this model in lengths ranging from 11 to 31 inches. Half Mounts for the 11-inch replica start at our $160 shop minimum, and the price scales accordingly as you increase size and complexity. Once you select your specific options, the final price will update automatically. Proceed through checkout to secure your place in Greg’s shop schedule.









