Insect Collecting Sheet

Purchase from BioQuip for approximately $165

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You can buy this tool from BioQuip. The anticipated price range is $101 - $250.

About this tool
Description	A device used to focus artificial light onto a sheet in order to collect insects at night. This tool is recommended for lending libraries.
Used by these projects	The Lost Ladybug Project, Mothing, Colorado Spider Survey, ZomBeeWatch
Ideal Age Group	Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Families, Seniors
Use considerations	Assembly is required. Callibration is required. This tool relies on lab processing. This tool require consumable materials (e.g. batteries, light bulbs, etc.).
Size & weight	---. Between 1lb and 5lb (a small dog weighs about 5lb)
Expected lifetime	Should last more or less forever
Topics	Nature & Outdoors, Biology, Ecology & Environment, Insects & Pollinators
Activities	On a hike, At night
Tool updated	June 23, 2017, 6:56 p.m.