Housed in a sturdy easy to carry briefcase makes this collection very portable. The Briefcase size is 16 1/2 x 13 x 3 inches with an easy-grip handle. This kit looks at species found in the phyla Arthropoda. There are 27 specimen blocks in this package Specimens are preserved and encased in clear resin material. They can be observed from every side to see details. Specimens include:
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chafer beetle (Anomala cuprea)
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lady bug (Synonycha grandis)
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mole cricket (Gryllotalpa orientalis)
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praying mantis (Hierodula petellifera)
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paper wasp (Polistes olivaceus)
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honey bee (Apis cerana)
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ant (Pheidologeton latinodus)
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dung beetle (Catharsius molossus)
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rhinoceros beetle (Xylotrupes Gideon)
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monarch butterfly (Danus gentia)
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long-horned beetle (Anoplophora chinensis)
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cicada (Cryptoympana atrata)
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shield bug (Eusthenes cupreus)
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spider (Argiope bruennichi)
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dragonfly (Brachythemis contaninata)
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cricket (Teleogrylius emma)
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cockroach (Periplaneta australasiae)
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scorpion (Urodaus navae-hollandiae)
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centipede (Scutigera coleoptera)
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walking stick (Diapheromera femorata)
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onion fly (Delia antqua)
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Chinese shrimp (Penaeus chinensis)
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silkworm life cycle (Bomombyx mandarina)
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crab (Nectocarcinus intigrifrons)
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star fish (Asterias amurensis)
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grasshopper life cycle (Cantantops splendens)
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stag beetle (Odontolabis cuvera)
Teacher information guide, student activity sheets and answer keys are included.