Collecting and Preparing Microlepidoptera
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Collecting and Preparing Microlepidoptera
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Collecting methods – just like big moths!
1. Blacklighting (sheet or trap) – most species2. Pheromone trapping – diurnal species or target species3. Aerial nets – diurnal species (dusk-flyers)4. Rearing – sedentary or target species
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Collecting methods
1. BlacklightingTrap – specimens can get
chowderedSheet – more selective method
Need to have a supply of small “killing jars” and a “dump jar.”Or a supply of snap-top vials; put in freezer over night.
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Collecting methods
1. Blacklighting (sheet or trap) – most species2. Pheromone trapping – diurnal species or target species
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Collecting methods
1. Blacklighting (sheet or trap) – most species2. Pheromone trapping – diurnal species or target species3. Aerial nets – diurnal species (dusk-flyers)
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Collecting methods
1. Blacklighting (sheet or trap) – most species2. Pheromone trapping – diurnal species or target species3. Aerial nets – diurnal species (dusk-flyers)4. Rearing – sedentary or target species
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Pinningminutens for tiny specimens.
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Pinningminutens for tiny specimens.place specimen on foam (or soft wood) surface,
dorsum up.
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Pinningminutens for tiny specimens.place specimen on foam (or soft wood) surface,
dorsum up.using forceps, pin specimen in middle of thorax,
perpendicular to dorsal surface.↓
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SpreadingNo two people use exactly the same equipment or
techniques. Tiny spreading boards.Small blocks.Plastic boxes with plastozote (foam).
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Spreading
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Spreading
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Spreading (double mounting)
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To prevent specimens from becoming too dry
Spread microlepidoptera first.Keep humidified in “relaxing jar.”