610 ENTOMOLOGY
In this project, members learn to collect and identify common insects. They learn which insects are desirable and those that are not.
Focus:
- To learn some of the common orders of insects
- Learn to buy or build collection and preserving equipment
- Learn how insects protect themselves
- Learn about the value of insects to man
- Learn to study the life cycles of insects
What members can do: (Beginner level)
- Make a killing jar
- Pin and label insects correctly
- Keep records on your project
- Make an exhibit of 25 insect specimens
What members can do: (Intermediate level)
- Make or buy additional collecting and killing materials
- Learn the inside structure of insects
- Place groups of insects in their proper orders
- Expand your collection to 75 insects
What members can do: (Advanced level)
- Identify destructive insects
- Build insect rearing cages
- Explore decorative use of insects
- Expand your collection to 130 insects
