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Unit 2 :: Learn More About Insects
This unit is for member ages 8-18 years old. Members are required to add to the collection started in Unit 1. Members will accomplish the following learning experiences:
- Study life histories of two insects
- Set up control program for one insect in your area
- Make an insect collection of 35-75 insects
Step 4:
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- Colorado 4-H Entomology Project Tip Sheet
- 4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects
- RD1500 Entomology Workbook -- or can be ordered from CSU
Colorado State Fair and Local County Fair Exhibit Requirements
Project Exhibit Rules for All Units
Entomology Workbook Required
Acceptable sizes of hand made Entomology Display Boxes taken from the manual and kit:
- 12”W x 16”L x 3” Deep
- 12”W x 18”L x 3 ½” Deep
- 18”W x 24”L x 3 ½ “Deep
Glass tops on entomology display cases should slide to the top or side of the case to prevent them from slipping out and breaking when placed on display.
Commercially available display cases are acceptable.
Regular insect pins are required in all units.
On Units 2 through 7, records must include date and location where insects were collected. Place this information on labels attached to insect pins.
Unit 2 Exhibit will consist of the following:
- Completed e-record and Entomology workbook presented in a sturdy binder/notebook.
- Insect collections—display now fewer than 25, no more than 75 adult insects in at least 6 different orders. Standard-sized display boxes with removable glass covers are required. Regular insect pins are required.
