NZ insects displays

The next insect display case and information guide is underway under the guidance of Sarah T, as before.  This one has a theme - the largest, heaviest, noisiest, stinkiest native insect - and is designed to capture the interest of school aged children, rather than being a definitive scientific record.  It is a slow process drafting and modifying both the sample insects, their images and associated information, but I find it very enjoyable.  Compiling succinct information about each specimen is proving a great way to learn about insects.   It is a delight to work in the Arthropod Collection and on a project that is likely to be a gateway into science for some children.

Work in progress - New Zealand native insect information sheets.

Some of the specimens I have the pleasure of working with.