Habitats
A realistic habitat is more than a backdrop, it’s an immersive environment that tells a story. At Wilderness by Klaus, we design and build custom habitat scenes that capture the beauty, diversity, and authenticity of the natural world. Every habitat is carefully crafted to reflect the unique characteristics of its ecosystem, creating lifelike displays that educate, inspire, and engage visitors.
Details matter when creating realistic environmental scenes. Whether we’re recreating an African safari, a Grand Slam hunting display, a desert landscape, a mountain setting, or an underwater habitat, every element is thoughtfully selected and placed. We incorporate the plants, trees, grasses, shrubs, rocks, insects, and natural textures found in each region to create an environment that feels true to life.
Trees, Bushes and Shrubs
We produce lifelike trees, bushes and shrubs for environmental installations. Our artisans fabricate mighty oaks to acacia trees to African baobab trees using a proprietary process for botanically accurate replications ready for hunting trophy rooms, museums and nature centers, or themed resorts. We can custom-make trees in a variety of sizes to meet the needs of any space.
Indoor Mountain
We produce elegant and functional indoor mountain designs that mimic every rock crevice and crag with exacting detail. Our proprietary process takes molds from actual rock faces found in Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, California and other locales for true-to-life representations. We make our structural rock to be used. You can even walk on it!
Water Taxidermy
From an African water hole with thousands of animal tracks to a waterfall, we construct realistic water habitats and weave in your taxidermy mounts to transport visitors to exotic locations. We use a proprietary process to take molds from water holes, lakes, rivers and more, and work with you to customize the space.
Grasses, Reeds and More
We produce savannah and prairie grasses, reeds and even wildflowers with a realistic feel. Our team of artisans takes precision molds of actual plant life to create detailed botanical replicas for your environmental installation. We customize every blade of grass with exacting detail to authentically tell your outdoor story.
Every Habitat Begins with Research and Craftsmanship
Our habitat design process combines artistic craftsmanship with extensive research to ensure each display accurately represents the wildlife and landscapes it portrays. This attention to detail allows us to create environments that are both visually stunning and scientifically accurate.
From hand-crafted artificial rockwork and custom faux trees to native vegetation, water features, scenic terrain, and natural ground cover, every component is thoughtfully designed to work together. The result is a cohesive habitat that enhances the realism of the exhibit while showcasing taxidermy specimens in an authentic, lifelike setting.
Custom Habitats for Museums, Nature Centers, and More
Every project is unique, and every habitat is designed specifically for its environment and audience. Whether you’re creating an exhibit for a museum, nature center, visitor center, educational facility, commercial attraction, or private collection, Wilderness by Klaus develops custom habitats that transform static displays into immersive experiences.
Our goal is to tell the story of the natural world through realistic habitat design. By recreating the sights, textures, and landscapes animals call home, we help visitors connect with wildlife on a deeper level while supporting education, conservation, and unforgettable visitor experiences.