Directions for collecting and preserving insects . FIG. 87.—A(Agrion). aril.) D r a g o u - tt y(From Pack-. BULLETIN 39, UNITED STATES NATIONAL MUSEUM. [CO] at the bottom of pits in loose, sandy soil. The adults may be obtainedby general sweeping and are also attracted to light. The most inter-esting insects of this or-der are the Caddis-flies,on account of the pecu-liar and frequently verybeautiful cases con-structed by their larva-,which it is important tocollect. The Caddis-fliesbreed in ponds and lakesand the adults may be c1- FIG. 88.—An Ant-lion, adult (Myrmeleon). (From Packard, i lect
Directions for collecting and preserving insects . FIG. 87.—A(Agrion). aril.) D r a g o u - tt y(From Pack-. BULLETIN 39, UNITED STATES NATIONAL MUSEUM. [CO] at the bottom of pits in loose, sandy soil. The adults may be obtainedby general sweeping and are also attracted to light. The most inter-esting insects of this or-der are the Caddis-flies,on account of the pecu-liar and frequently verybeautiful cases con-structed by their larva-,which it is important tocollect. The Caddis-fliesbreed in ponds and lakesand the adults may be c1- FIG. 88.—An Ant-lion, adult (Myrmeleon). (From Packard, i lected in such situations or at light. The larva- may easily be reared, and should be collectedfor this purpose. Most of the insect s named in this order are extremelydelicate and require great care in handling. KILLING AND PBKSEKVING INSECTS. Between the collecting of the specimens and their final dispositionin a well-arranged cabinet, a good deal of mechanical work is necessary,involving a skill and dexterity which can be thoroughly acquired onlyby practice. FIRST PRESERVATION OF LIVING SPECIME
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