491 College Avenue * Orono, ME 04473-1295
1-800-287-0279 (within Maine) *
(207)581-2963
Properly packaged specimens are necessary to identify insects and suggest management strategies. Plant materials should be placed in a plastic bag. Insects (except butterflies and moths) should be placed in a small leak-proof container with rubbing alcohol for preservation. Butterflies and moths should be packed in tissue or cotton.
When sending an insect, you are encouraged to give as much information as possible. This will help in the identification of the specimen to provide you with the most accurate information as possible.
YOUR NAME ________________________________ Date __________ Phone __________
HOMEOWNER'S ADDRESS ___________________________________________________
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Where was the insect found? (i.e. kitchen, yard, tree, ground, house, etc.) ___________________________________________________________________________
What was the insect on? (i.e. animal, lawn, tomato, apple tree, etc.) ___________________________________________________________________________
Approximately how many insects were found? 1-5-10-25-50-100, etc. ___________________________________________________________________________
Describe damage, if any. How severe was the damage? ___________________________________________________________________________
Comments ___________________________________________________________________
What would you like to use?________________________________________________________
Do you have children or pets in the home? ______________________________________________
Submitted by: _________________ _____________
Educator County
