What are entomological pins?
Entomological pins & minuten; precut cards and points; forceps, both curved for specimens on pins, and pointed for fine work; glue brush; foamed plastic. Pins with coloured glass heads for positioning insects on mounting boards not for direct pinning.
What pins to use for insects?
A piece of 1-inch thick Styrofoam is an excellent aid for pinning or mounting specimens. As each specimen is pinned, push the pin into the foam until the insect rests on the surface with approximately one-quarter to one-third of the pin projecting above the insect to facilitate handling of the specimen.
Can you pin insects with sewing pins?
It is best not to use sewing pins as they may corrode and damage your specimen. Next, place your insect on your mounting board and carefully spread legs, wings, antennae, etc. using pins to hold in place. Glassine paper or wax paper can be used to hold wings in place.
How long does it take an insect to dry after pinning?
1-2 days
How you position the legs and antennae is up to you—some people like to pin their specimens in natural stances while others prefer a more creative stance. Let the insects dry for 1-2 days, or until the legs stay in position when the pins are removed.
How do you prepare bugs for pinning?
If you will not be able to pin your insects within a few hours after collecting and killing, put them in the freezer in a small container such as a film canister. Put some tissue in the container with the insects. Before you pin the insects, let them thaw out for 10-20 minutes so they are soft and pliable.
How do you preserve pinned insects?
Insects that are too small to be mounted on pins are glued to a triangular point. Soft-bodied insects should be preserved in plastic or glass vials with alcohol (70%-85% isopropyl or ethanol alcohol is ideal). These insects include larvae, scale insects, termites, aphids, thrips, silverfish, mayflies and earwigs.
Where are entomology insect pins made?
Insect Pins, Stainless Steel Entomology Insect Mounting Supplies Pins, Entosphinx, Czech Made.
What are the best insect pins to buy?
The stainless steel insect pins are also professional grade, but made of stainless steel with nylon heads. Stainless steel is better for high humidity regions. Made by Bohemia. Pack of 100. Choose size 0 for a small insect or butterfly with light body, size 2 pins for general use, and size 4 for larger insects and butterflies.
What’s the difference between black enamel and steel insect pins?
The black enamel insect pins are a professional grade with smooth finish and nylon heads. Made by Kostal. Pack of 100. The stainless steel insect pins are also professional grade, but made of stainless steel with nylon heads. Stainless steel is better for high humidity regions. Made by Bohemia. Pack of 100.
What are student insect pins made of?
The student insect pins are made of quality stainless steel. They’re an economical choice for basic collections. Made by Home Science Tools. Each comes in a pack of 100. The black enamel insect pins are a professional grade with smooth finish and nylon heads. Made by Kostal. Pack of 100.