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Entomology

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4-H is a youth development program that offers 3rd through 12th grade youth, ages 8 to 18, a wide variety of opportunities in various project areas. 4-H offers members hands-on experiences in leadership, community service, career discovery, building connections, and developing life-long skills.

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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.

Resources

  • Project Information Sheet
  • Explore Guide: Beginning Beekeeping
  • 4-H Entomology Contest
  • Imported Fire Ant Model

Entomology Curriculum

  • eXtension, Pest Management
  • How to Make an Awesome Insect Collection
  • The Beehive

Study Materials

  • Amateur Entomologists’ Society
  • Entomological Society of America
  • The National Invasive Species Information Center
  • The National Pest Management Association

National 4-H Curriculum Resources

  • Teaming with insects–leader’s guide
  • Level 1 Teaming with Insects
  • Level 2 Teaming with Insects
  • Level 3 Teaming with Insects

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Youth don’t have to do a contest to participate in the project. Additional opportunities may be offered outside of 4-H, as well. 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. It is a knowledge and identification contest. Visit the Department of Entomology website to learn more.

Insect Collection Contest

  • Insect Collection Contest
    Register Through 4HOnline May 1-20, 2025
    Judging will take place on June 3, 2025
    Open to all 3rd – 12th grade members

Entomology Photography Contest

  • 2024 Entomology Photography Contest
  • 2025 Entomology Photography Contest Results
  • Results: 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021

Beekeeping Essay Contest

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.

  • 2025 Rules and Guidelines

Natural Resources Photography Contest

The Texas 4-H Natural Resources Photography Contest encourages observation within specific Natural Resources project areas and allows youth to demonstrate skills learned in the area of photography, including the use of photographic equipment and processing of photographs. This contest provides another opportunity to showcase the photographic work of 4-H members in all age divisions.

  • 2024-2025 Rules and Guidelines
  • 2025 Contest Results

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