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Entomology

Did you know that nearly three-fourths of all animals are insects? Because there are so many insects, they impact our daily lives in both good and bad ways. In this 4-H project you will learn about entomology – the study of insects. You will learn about the insect world by studying, collecting and identifying various insects. Discover how helpful and harmful insects live, multiply, and affect humans.

This project is easy to afford because insects are free or inexpensive at pet stores or scientific supply houses. Because of their size, insects can be easily housed in small containers for observation. Learn how to identify, classify, collect and preserve insects and other arthropods

4-H Member Resources

link iconTexas 4-H Entomologyhttp://agrilife.orglink iconEntomology Contesthttp://entomology.tamu.edufile iconBeekeeping Essay Contest Informationpdf

Entomology Curriculum

link iconKIDzAnts Websitehttp://kidzants.tamu.edulink iconeXtension, Pest Managementhttp://www.extension.orglink iconHow to Make an Awesome Insect Collectionhttp://extension.entm.purdue.edulink iconThe Beehivehttp://extension.entm.purdue.edu

Study Materials

link iconAmateur Entomologists' Societyhttp://www.amentsoc.orglink iconEntomological Society of Americahttp://www.entsoc.orglink iconThe National Invasive Species Information Centerhttp://www.invasivespeciesinfo.govlink iconThe National Pest Management Associationhttp://www.pestworld.org

Resources

link iconYouth curriculum kithttp://www.agrilifebookstore.orglink iconLeaders guidehttp://www.agrilifebookstore.orglink iconMatching cardshttp://www.agrilifebookstore.orglink iconPoster sethttp://www.agrilifebookstore.orglink iconStudent fun bookhttp://www.agrilifebookstore.orglink iconResource CDhttp://www.agrilifebookstore.orglink iconFire ant modelhttp://www.agrilifebookstore.org

National 4-H Curriculum Resources

link iconTeaming with insects--leader's guidehttp://www.4-hmall.orglink iconLevel 1 Teaming with Insectshttp://www.4-hmall.orglink iconLevel 2 Teaming with Insectshttp://www.4-hmall.orglink iconLevel 3 Teaming with Insectshttp://www.4-hmall.org

Some counties and districts host an entomology contest, so check with your local county extension office to learn more about possible contests. State-level competitions include the insect collection and a qualifying contest held during Roundup in June. It is a knowledge and identification contest. Visit the Roundup Webpage for contest information.

The Beekeeping Essay Contest is sponsored by the The Foundation for the Preservation of Honey Bees, Inc. For over 50 years, the American Beekeeping Federation has been serving the needs of the U.S. beekeeper. Any youth interested in participating in the contest must follow the instructions for the Texas 4-H selection process. Email jcbarrett@ag.tamu.edu with questions on the beekeeping contest. Instructions | Entry

 

Upcoming Events

Jun 11

State 4-H Roundup

when 12:00 am

where College Station, TX

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