COLLECTING INSECTS
     Collecting Equipment
     Trapping Equipment
     Collecting Techniques

PRESERVING INSECTS
     Equipment
     Preservation

Becoming a serious collector
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Job opportunities
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Acknowledgements
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References
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APPENDIX
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APPENDIX



Where to shop:

Alcohol: It is not necessary to buy expensive 100% alcohol from the pharmacy.Commercial grade alcohol (98%) or surgical spirits will be suitable for preserving insects. Obtainable from a pharmacy or from your local museum.

Ethyl Acelate: This is a poisonous chemical and must be used with care. Try to obtain it form your local pharmacy. Commercial grade is satisfactory and less expensive.

Naphthalene and Vapona: Available from any big chain store. They are often used against fishmoths.



Pins are available from:

Paul Kruger Street
P.O.Box 413
0001 Pretoria
Tel:(013)322-7632
Fax:(012)322-7939