This practical guide provides a detailed overview of the many techniques used to collect and study insects in the field. Covering methods such as direct sampling, intercept traps, aquatic sampling, and litter and soil sampling, it is an essential reference for anyone interested in entomological research.
In addition to field techniques, the book introduces readers to the labelling and marking of specimens and the preparation of voucher specimens, ensuring collections are scientifically valuable and properly documented.
Written for both amateur naturalists and professional entomologists, Collecting & Sampling Insects is an accessible resource that supports fieldwork, citizen science, and formal research.
This practical guide provides a detailed overview of the many techniques used to collect and study insects in the field. Covering methods such as direct sampling, intercept traps, aquatic sampling, and litter and soil sampling, it is an essential reference for anyone interested in entomological research.
In addition to field techniques, the book introduces readers to the labelling and marking of specimens and the preparation of voucher specimens, ensuring collections are scientifically valuable and properly documented.
Written for both amateur naturalists and professional entomologists, Collecting & Sampling Insects is an accessible resource that supports fieldwork, citizen science, and formal research.
