Quick Facts & Highlights
Species Name: Tiger Trout
Scientific Name: Sterile hybrid of Female Brown and Male Brook Trout
Common Nicknames: Leopard Trout, Designer Trout
Species Category: Trout & Char
Available Lengths Range: 19'' to 39''
Mount Options & Base Rates:
Half Wall Mount: Starts at $10 per inch ($190 for 19")
Full Wall Mount: Starts at $17 per inch ($323 for 19")
360° Suspension Mount: Starts at $20 per inch ($380 for 19")
Catch Photo Matching: Included at no extra charge
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 Rare Hybrid Prize
The Tiger Trout is a striking, sterile hybrid created by crossing a female Brown Trout with a male Brook Trout. Highly aggressive and visually stunning, landing a trophy-sized Tiger is a rare milestone for any angler. Whether you pulled one from a high-altitude lake or a specialized coldwater stream, a 39-inch specimen is a true collector's fish. Florida Fish Mounts, based in Cocoa, Florida, is the shop of artist Greg Cassell. We specialize in custom-painted fiberglass Tiger Trout replicas that turn your rare catch into premium lodge décor.
The Modern Solution: Release Your Catch and Mount the Memory
Because Tiger Trout are a rare prize, many waters enforce strict catch-and-release regulations to protect these unique hybrids. A fiberglass replica provides the ultimate ethical solution. You can safely release your catch back into the water while securing a permanent trophy for your wall. Furthermore, traditional skin mounts are a poor choice for trout. Their skin contains high levels of natural oils. Over time, skin mounts are prone to "grease bleed," where oils seep through the paint, leading to yellowing, shrinking, and permanent loss of detail. Greg solves this by utilizing professional-grade fiberglass blanks. This ensures your trophy remains an archival piece of art that never degrades.
Anatomical Accuracy: The Signature Maze Pattern
A true Tiger Trout is distinguished by its dramatic, maze-like vermiculations that resemble a tiger's stripes, blending the visual traits of both parent species. Because their patterns are highly intricate and unique to each individual fish, Greg treats every mount as a specific biological project. He meticulously hand-paints the complex striping and the warm golden-brown hues to ensure top-tier accuracy. We offer these custom builds in a wide range of sizes from 19 to 39 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, Greg will hand-paint your replica to a traditional, vibrant color phase of a trophy Tiger 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 in a custom-built crate, we determine the final shipping dimensions. 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 19 to 39 inches. Prices are based on mount style and length, starting from our $160 shop minimum. Once you select your specific options, the final price will update automatically. Proceed through checkout to secure your place in Greg’s shop schedule.
