Student Insect Collection Kit

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Student Insect Collection Kit – General Product Information

Ecology Supplies is proud to present our Student Insect Collection Kit. Perfect for Introduction to Entomology courses, or beginning collectors, this pinning kit contains the fundamental equipment required to collect, prepare, and maintain general insect specimens.

Our standard student insect kit contains the following pieces:

(1) Folding Insect Storage Box: A highly versatile white cardboard box with matching lid. The base of the box is lined with a sheet of plastazote foam, which is dense enough to withstand frequent pinning. The outer dimensions of the box measures 9 x 13 x 2-1/2″.

(1) Telescopic Insect Net : The perfect beginner net to help start your specimen collection in the field. The retractable handle and compact design allows for this net to be easily packed in to a backpack. The telescopic insect net handle extends from 15 to 59 inches, with a 12 inch ring, and comes with our Standard Net Bag. 

(1) Forceps: Smooth blunt tip with curved end and made from stainless steel, these forceps are perfect for manipulating insect wings without the risk of puncturing or accidentally removing scales.

(1) Foam Spreading board: A great beginner option for spreading and orienting pinned specimens. Plastazote foam, 1 1/2 inch thick, variable groove that starts at 3mm and tapers open to 12mm for spreading. The groove is roughly 6mm in depth.

(100) Insect Pins – Size 4: Insect pins are an essential tool for any entomologist or insect collector. These high-quality stainless steel pins are designed to hold even the smallest specimens securely in place, without damaging delicate wings or other features.

(25) Glassine Envelopes: Great for temporarily holding Lepidoptera specimens, the archival glassine is acid free and pH balanced. They measure 3-1/8 x 5-1/16″ and have a v-shaped flap for easy opening with one hand.

(1) Pocket Magnifier: Suitable for field use, this magnifier has a 3x magnification and the lens easily flips into a protective hard shell to prevent scratching.

(1) Wooden 3 Step Pinning Block: The wood pinning block is a traditional, three-step style pinning block, perfect for entry level insect collectors and professionals alike.  It is made of hardwood (Paulownia), with pin holes set at 23 mm, 12 mm and 7 mm.

(1) Label pen: Made with archival ink, this fine line pen is the perfect tool for writing specimen labels.

(2) Bottom Loaded Collecting jars, 4 oz.: Bottom loaded collecting jars are comprised of a glass jar with a metal cap and plaster poured into the bottom of the jar. The plaster allows for killing agent to seep throughout the jar without coming into direct contact with the specimen.

(2) Sheets of Archival Label Paper: Our archival paper is acid free and a great option to print or write specimen labels or to cut points for your collection. You can also create points/mounting boards with Point Punches or Pre-cut Points (both sold separately). 

More Information on the Student Insect Collection Kit

Check out these helpful resources:  how to collect insects in the field, how to pin insects, and how to start an insect collection