Entomology
There are more kinds of insects in the world than all other organisms combined. They live on the earth's surface, in the soil, and in water. Insects live in deserts, rain forests, hot springs, snow fields, and dark caves. This project will help you study insect and their relationship with people. You can also learn how to collect, preserve, and identify insects.
College Majors
- Environmental Studies
- Soil and Water Sciences
- Plant Science
- Natural Resources and Environmental Science
- Entomology
- Biology
- Forestry
Careers
- Agriculture
- Environment and Ecology
Project Resources
- Insect Flash Cards
- How to Study, Collect, Preserve and Identify Insects
- Standard Insect Box
- Standard Insect Kit: 100 Pins & 3 Vials
- Purdue University Department of Entomology 4-H and Youth Resources
- How to Make an Awesome Insect Collection, ID401
- A Beginners Guide to Managing Radical Insects
- How to Make a 4-H Insect Collection
- Preparing for Insect Judging
- How to Videos
- Related Youth Activities
- Where to Learn More
- The Insect Hunter