Are you looking for some ideas for entomology gifts for the enthusiasts in your life? Have no fear! We have a list of some gift ideas and places to shop for bug-themed gear that will leave you and your loved ones buzzing!
Not only is their selection of ento-accessories amazing, they have a wide range of pins, patches, and clothing perfect for any naturalist in your life!
From cordyceps zombie ant pins to their monthly “Bug Box” subscription, you are sure to find something unique here!
Top 10 Ecology Supplies Entomology Gifts
Of course we are a bit biased, but we know a thing or two on what to get ento-enthusiasts! There are so many options we needed to make two different lists! From the student just dipping their toe into entomology to the seasoned professional that would like to elevate their toolkit, you are bound to find something!
It was great seeing you in Phoenix for the 2024 annual meeting for the Entomological Collections Network and Entomological Society of America! We really enjoyed seeing new faces and reconnecting with friends. This was our second time exhibiting at the national meeting, and we were blown away by the amount of people that stopped by our booth and the many supportive words shared with us! Thank you!
Here are the December 2024 updates on production and shipping dates! We are doing our best to be as transparent as possible through these posts on product timelines. If there is anything that you need, please reach out and we can add it to our list of production plans! As always, thank you to the community of people that provide direct product feedback, we would not be able to do this work without you!
Same dimensions of our original boxes but with a shorter height of 43mm! A shorter box height allows for easier storage while still providing enough space for pins. Sold in packs of 10.
White ABS plastic tray with 8 sections. Design inspired by the Rose Specimen Sorting Trays.
E-Gift Cards – Great for the holiday season! Purchase one for the entomological enthusiast in your life! Available Now!
Ordering Traps for 2025?
Ordering Malaiseor Gravid Traps for the 2025 field season? REACH OUT SOON! Orders need to be placed in advance with enough notice to ensure proper shipment times. Email us at sales@ecologysupplies.com.
11 inch Telescopic Net – Highly discounted, similar to our well known Telescopic net design, just with an 11inch ring and 11inch Standard Net Bag.
On the Horizon:
Here are the products we are excited for in 2025! Estimated Availability Late Winter/Early Spring. If there is anything in particular you are interested in or plan to purchase in bulk, email us at sales@ecologysupplies.com
Build Your Own Net Tool – Will be up by end of year!
Assembling and ordering your perfect net setup will be a breeze with our new Build Your Own Net Tool.
Choose your wooden handle length (1.5 or 3 ft), the ring size (12 or 15 in), and add any of our net bags!
Metal Cabinets – 12 drawer cabinets expected to ship in Summer 2025.
Email us if you are interested in a quote or bulk order.
Starting with Cornell System first.
25 Drawer and 46 Drawer Models coming 2025-2026 depending on demand
Want to help us test or give feedback? Be sure to reach out to us (hello@ecologysupplies.com)
Let us know what else we need to consider!
If you need to place a larger order than what we have available or have a product need not currently offered, please reach out to hello@ecologysupplies.com or comment below!
Here are the November 2024 updates on production and shipping dates! We are doing our best to be as transparent as possible through these posts on product timelines. If there is anything that you need, please reach out and we can add it to our list of production plans! As always, thank you to the community of people that provide direct product feedback, we would not be able to do this work without you!
Museum Grade Drawers(Cornell) – A few packs have finally shipped, larger batches will be available to ship first week of December. Reach out to us if you want the first ones available.
This grade will be archival quality with an airtight construction.
Cornell style is in production now with other styles to follow.
Sold in packs of 6
Open-Faced Cabinets (Cornell) – Wood version for 6 drawers, open faced but will also working on version with a locking door. Email us if you are interested. Estimated shipping in early 2025.
Want to help us test or give feedback? Be sure to reach out to us (hello@ecologysupplies.com)
Let us know what else we need to consider!
If you need to place a larger order than what we have available or have a product need not currently offered, please reach out to hello@ecologysupplies.com or comment below!
The end of summer marked a big milestone for us! We relocated to our New Jersey location while also working on updating our products! We cannot wait to share with you what we have been working on!
Here are the October 2024 updates on production and shipping dates! We are doing our best to be as transparent as possible through these posts on product timelines. If there is anything that you need, please reach out and we can add it to our list of production plans! As always, thank you to the community of people that provide direct product feedback, we would not be able to do this work without you!
-The Ecology Supplies Team
New Arrivals to Ecology Supplies
Wooden Handle Net – Traditional design with 18″ hardwood handle and 12″ net ring. Ready to ship!
Net Bags – All net bags come with a reinforced band around the ring and flat seams.
Soft Mesh – gentle fabric meant for delicate specimens like butterflies and moths (12″ & 15″ available now; 18″ coming 10/25)
Fine Mesh – densely woven fabric for smaller specimens (12″ & 15″ available now; 18″ coming 10/25)
Medium Sweep – flexible and lightweight muslin (12″ & 15″ coming 10/25)
Heavy Duty Sweep – sturdy canvas, close-weave material to withstand serious sweeping (15″ available now) (12″ coming 10/25)
Pocket Magnifier – 3x magnification with a protective hard shell Ready to ship!
Velcro Plant Press (6″ x 9″) – A travel friendly size with Velcro straps to achieve even pressure. Ready to ship!
Individual Gravid Trap Accessories – Need to repair or retrofit traps or purchase multiple components for repeated sampling? Now you can by purchasing individual accessories Ready to ship!
Malaise Traps – Thanks to assistance from folks at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, we have a model that has been field tested. (backorders open)
E-Gift Cards – Just in time for the approaching holidays, think about purchasing one for the entomological enthusiast in your life! Available Now!
Museum Grade Drawers(Cornell) – A few packs have finally shipped, larger batches will be available to ship first week of December. Reach out to us if you want the first ones available.
This grade will be archival quality with an airtight construction.
Cornell style is in production now with other styles to follow.
Sold in packs of 6
Open-Faced Cabinets (Cornell) – Wood version for 6 drawers, open faced but will also working on version with a locking door. Email us if you are interested.
Want to help us test or give feedback? Be sure to reach out to us (hello@ecologysupplies.com)
Let us know what else we need to consider!
If you need to place a larger order than what we have available or have a product need not currently offered, please reach out to hello@ecologysupplies.com or comment below!
Here are the March 2024 updates on production and shipping dates! We are doing our best to be as transparent as possible through these posts on product timelines. If there is anything that you need, please reach out and we can add it to our list of production plans! As always, thank you to the community of people that provide direct product feedback, we would not be able to do this work without you!
-The Ecology Supplies Team
New Arrivals to Ecology Supplies
Student Collection Kits – Ready to ship! Great for Intro Entomology courses or beginning collectors, this kit contains the fundamental equipment required to collect, prepare, and maintain general insect specimens.
Check out their page to see specifics. (Telescopic net, folding box, spreading board, pins, pinning block, and more!).
Aerial Net Bags – Open for Orders! All net bags come with a reinforced band around the ring and flat seams. 12 and 15 inch options
Soft Mesh – gentile fabric meant for delicate specimens like butterflies and moths
Fine Mesh – densely woven fabric for smaller species
Sweep – sturdy, close-weave material for general sweeping
Tick Drag/Flag – Made to CDC specifications. Open for Orders!
If you need to place a larger order than what we have available or have a product need not currently offered, please reach out to hello@ecologysupplies.com or comment below!
As the days are growing longer, we grow closer and closer to field/growing seasons! Here are the February 2024 updates on production and shipping dates! We are doing our best to be as transparent as possible through these posts on product timelines. If there is anything that you need, please reach out and we can add it to our list of production plans! As always, thank you to the community of people that provide direct product feedback, we would not be able to do this work without you!
Stronger corners and increased padding for shipping.
Reminder: Standard Grade Drawers = an economical option for short-term and temporary storage. Our Museum Grade Drawers = specified for long-term collections.
Email us at hello@ecologysupplies.com if you need help finding the grade that makes sense for you.
Bottom filled Collecting Jars – In-Stock and ready to ship! These are made on demand, so expect about a 1 week turnaround prior to being shipped.
Products currently in Production (Estimated Availability Late Winter/Spring 2024)
Gravid Traps – Taking bulk order requests via email. We have produced samples and have taken careful consideration of feedback from them. We are currently producing these in-house and doing some final tests. We have a backlog of order inquires, so be sure to reach out to hold your spot in line.
Museum Grade Drawers(Cal/USNM) – Reach out to us if you want the first ones available.
This grade will be archival quality with an airtight construction
Kill Jars – If you need top loaded plastic kill jars and would like to test, reach out.
Tick Drag/Flag – Made to CDC specifications. Estimated Pre-order in March
Extra Soft, Close Weave, Medium, Green Aerial Net Bags – Let us know if you would like to test/provide feedback!
Want to help us test or give feedback? Be sure to reach out to us (hello@ecologysupplies.com)
Remaining Products in Our 2024 Plans
Thanks to community feedback, here are the remaining products in our 2024 plans:
Various trapping systems: Light Traps (Is there anyone that would be willing to share an example?) and Malaise Traps
Prokopak Aspirators – We are building a sample now and will have it tested accordingly. These will retail at around $400
Cabinets (Cornell / Cal)- Wood version, open faced but will also add version with a locking door. Email us if you are interested.
If you need to place a larger order than what we have available or have a product need not currently offered, please reach out to hello@ecologysupplies.com or comment below!
The New Year has arrived and so have new product announcements! We have some big updates on production and shipping dates! We are doing our best to be as transparent as possible through these posts on product timelines. If there is anything that you are in need of, please reach out and we can add it to our list of production plans!
New Arrivals
Standard Grade Drawers – In-Stock and ready to ship! Styles returning includes Cornell and Cal Academy.
We improved our old design with stronger corners and increased padding for higher protection during shipping.
Just a reminder that Standard Grade Drawers are an economical option for short-term and temporary storage. Our Museum Grade Drawers are specified for long-term collections.
If you have questions about which grade meets your needs, email us at hello@ecologysupplies.com and we can help figure it out!
Plastic Genitalia Vials – Smaller 4mm version In-Stock and ready to ship. Updated White Silicone Toppers will provide an improved airtight seal (will ship out later this week)
Point Punches – Limited stock available, back orders will be taken and shipped first come first serve.
Gravid Traps – Samplesout for testing! Once we get confirmation that everything is good to go, we will start taking orders. Please contact us with any purchase inquiries to hold your place in line!
Vial Organizer Trays(for Size A Cornell Unit Trays) – Pre-order open. Restock estimated next week (Jan. 29-Feb. 1)
No Foam Unit Trays– Cornell size A and B – Pre-order open. Restock estimated next week (Jan. 29-Feb. 1)
Collecting Jars – Bottom filled Plaster jars are available now for purchase! These are made on demand, so expect about a 1-2 week turnaround prior to being shipped.
We now have a Last Chance section for products that are no longer returning that we are selling at a large discount!
Products currently in Production (Estimated Availability Winter 2024)
Student Kits – We are aiming to have these available for pre-order in Mid-February.
If you would like to provide feedback, please reach out!
Check out their page to see specifics. (Telescopic net, folding box, spreading board, pins, pinning block, and more will be included)
Museum Grade Drawers(Cornell/Cal/USNM) – This grade will be archival quality with an airtight seal.
Reach out to us if you want the first ones available.
Cornell is in production now, with first available batch estimated to ship in February/March
Kill Jars – Top Loaded jars have been sampled. If you need top loaded jars and would like to test, reach out.
Tick Drag/Flag – Made to CDC specifications. If you would like to test one, please reach out!
Additional Insect Net and Net Bag options – What are you looking for? (different handle lengths, larger net rings & bags, varying net materials and colors, aquatic options etc.) Let us know!
Want to help us test or give feedback? Be sure to reach out to us (hello@ecologysupplies.com)
Products in Our 2024 Plans
Thanks to community feedback, here are some of the products in our 2024 plans:
Various trapping systems: Light Traps, Malaise Traps
Prokopak Aspirators – We are building a sample now and will have it tested accordingly. These will retail at around $450
If you need to place a larger order than what we have available or if you have a product need that we do not offer yet and are interested in, please reach out to hello@ecologysupplies.com
Winter has arrived and so have new product announcements! We are finally seeing some big updates on production and ship dates! We are doing our best to be as transparent as possible through these posts on product timelines. If there is anything that you are in need of please reach out and we can add it to our list of production plans!
New Arrivals
Standard Grade Drawers – In-Stock and ready to ship! Styles returning includes Cornell and Cal Academy. We improved our old design with stronger corners and increased padding for higher protection during shipping.
Plastic Genitalia Vials – Smaller 4mm version In-Stock and ready to ship. After some customer feedback, the current black silicone toppers have a shorter base which makes creating an airtight seal difficult for some users. Our fix: a longer white silicone version which has been tested and approved by community members. White silicone is available for pre-order now (shipping estimated end of January).
Metal Pinning Block – In-Stock and ready to ship. Improved design: whole for pin heads.
Products currently in Production (Estimated Availability Winter 2023-24)
Student Kits – We are aiming to have these available for pre-order in the New Year. Check out their page to see specifics. If you would like to provide feedback, please reach out! (Telescopic net, folding box, spreading board, pins, pinning block, and more will be included)
Museum Grade Drawers(Cornell/Cal/USNM) – This grade will be archival quality with an airtight seal. Estimated availability February 2024. Reach out to us if you want the first ones available.
If you need to place a larger order than what we have available or if you have a product need that we do not offer yet and are interested in, please reach out to hello@ecologysupplies.com
Fall has arrived! We are finally seeing some big updates on production and ship dates! We are doing our best to be as transparent as possible through these posts on product timelines. If there is anything that you are in need of please reach out and we can add it to our list of production plans!
Products currently in Production (Estimated Availability Fall 2023)
Entry Level Drawers returning (Cornell and Cal Academy) – Improving our old design, eligible to ship in Nov 2023
High Quality Drawers (Cornell/Cal/USNM) – We are working on both high end drawers as well as an improved version of our economy styled drawer. (ETA Nov/Dec) Reach out to us if you want the first ones available.
Beating sheets – Getting feedback on our sample! We will hopefully produce by November.
Genitalia Vials Plastic – 6mm version is available. smaller 4mm version is now in production, should be ready in November.
Want to help us test or give feedback? Be sure to reach out to us (hello@ecologysupplies.com)
Products in Our 2024 Plans
Expanding our Insect Nets and Net Bags. Longer Handles, Larger Nets, Varying Net Bag Meshes etc.
No Foam Unit Trays
Vials Organizer for Size A unit Trays.
Gravid Traps – Hit some set backs, but we are still working on designing and producing.
Light Traps
Malaysie Traps – We have a sample if anyone would like to test.
Aquatic Nets
Rose Pro Nets
Slide Boxes
Minuten Pins
Size 5, 6, and 7 insect pins
Let us know what else we need to consider!
If you need to place a larger order than what we have available or if you have a product need that we do not offer yet and are interested in, please reach out to hello@ecologysupplies.com
As always our core values is to be fully transparent to our community. In an effort to do that, we’re going to be releasing monthly blog posts where we show the progress of each of our products. Some changes from last month, we are trying our best to make sure everything we make is of a high quality, and with that does take some time
New Arrivals / October Ship Dates:
Folding Insect Storage Box-Returning first week of October. Preorder now as they are first come first serve.
Products currently in Production (Estimated Availability Fall 2023)
Entry Level Drawers returning (Cornell and Cal Academy) – Improving our old design, eligible to ship in late October or Early Nov 2023
High Quality Drawers (Cornell/Cal/USNM) – We are working on both high end drawers as well as an improved version of our economy styled drawer. (ETA Nov/Dec) Reach out to us if you want the first ones available.
Beating sheets – Getting feedback on our sample! We will hopefully produce by November.
Collecting Jars / Kill Jars – Top Loaded ones coming Fall or Winter.
Want to help us test or give feedback? Be sure to reach out to us (hello@ecologysupplies.com)
Restocking Items:
Cornell Size A and C Unit Trays: Coming back October
Size 3 Pins – November/December
Products in Our 2024 Plans
Gravid Traps – With the help of feedback through these posts, and a spare trap being sent to us we are working to remake this much needed trapping system.
Light Traps
Malaysie Traps
Aquatic Nets
Rose Pro Nets
Slide Boxes
Minuten Pins
Size 4, 5, 6, and 7 insect pins
Let us know what else we need to consider!
If you need to place a larger order than what we have available or if you have a product need that we do not offer yet and are interested in, please reach out to hello@ecologysupplies.com
