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Unmounted Insect Specimens for School & 4H Collections

Building a school insect collection or 4H bug project can be a big undertaking. With millions of insect species out there, where do you even start? How do you gather the right specimens? At Insects4Sale.com, we’ve got you covered—whether you’re hunting insects yourself or need a fast, reliable solution.

Collect Your Own Insects

The most rewarding way to build your collection is to gather insect specimens yourself. It’s hands-on, educational, and a lot of fun! Tracking down bugs under logs, bark, or in the weeds teaches you about insect habitats and behaviors firsthand. Need tips? Visit our sister site, www.BugCollectors.com, for expert advice on what to collect, how to do it, and where to look.

Buy Unmounted Insect Specimens

Short on time or not keen on fieldwork? Buying unmounted insect specimens is a quick, easy alternative. At Insects4Sale.com, we offer a wide selection of dried insects perfect for school projects, 4H exhibits, or personal collections. You’ll still learn the essentials of entomology—without the hassle. Plus, with our fastest shipping (including overnight options) and top-notch phone support, your project stays on track, even at the last minute.

Shop our unmounted insect specimens today and make your bug collection a breeze!



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Tricolored Bumble Bee - Bombus ternarius
Price: $3.00
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Item #: Bombus ternarius -

    The Tricolored Bumble Bee is widespread in the United States. As with most of the Bombus Genes, these bees are a decent size and great for your school insect collection or 4-H Bug Collection. The method of collection is usually a sweep-net or just an insect killing jar.

    Tumblebug
    Price: $3.00
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    Item #: Canthon sp. -

      Tumbling Flower Beetle
      Price: $3.00
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      Item #: Mordellidae_1 -

        Twelve-spotted Asparagus Beetle
        Price: $3.00
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        Item #: Crioceris duodecimpunctata -

          Libellula pulchella
          Price: $8.95
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          Item #: Libellula pulchella -

            Smerinthus jamaicensis - Twin-spotted Sphinx
            Price: $7.95
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              Drawing of a Twisted-wing Parasite (Xenidae) in spread position, preserved specimen.
              Price: $50.00
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              Item #: Xenidae Gn.sp. -

                Discover this rare Twisted-wing Parasite (Family Xenidae) specimen, expertly preserved and nestled between the tergites of a Polistes wasp. A striking example of Strepsiptera parasitism, this dead insect specimen is ideal for scientific study, entomology research, and unique insect collections. Perfect for educators, collectors, or taxonomy enthusiasts seeking authentic, high-quality parasitic insect displays

                Two-lined Spittlebug
                Price: $3.00
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                Item #: Prosapia bicincta -

                  Bombus bimaculatus -Two-Spotted Bumble Bee
                  Price: $3.00
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                  Item #: Bombus bimaculatus -

                    Vibrant dried insect specimen of a Variegated Fritillary butterfly (Euptoieta claudia), showcasing its orange and black checkered wings, available at Insects4sale.com for school insect projects, FFA entomology events, and Science Olympiad entomology.
                    Price: $7.95
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                    Item #: Euptoieta claudia -

                      The Variegated Fritillary (Euptoieta claudia), a native North American butterfly available as a dried insect specimen at Insects4sale.com, thrives in a variety of open, sunny habitats across North America north of Mexico. This species is commonly found in fields, pastures, meadows, road edges, disturbed areas, and gardens where host plants for its larvae—such as passionflowers, violets, and nettles—are present. Adults prefer sunny locations with nectar sources like asters, thistles, and...

                      Velvety  Bark Beetle velvety Bark Beetle, dried insect, local caught insect, school insect collection, science Olympiad.,
                      Price: $3.00
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                      Item #: Penthe pimelia -

                        Close-up of a dried Virginia Ctenucha moth specimen, showcasing its iridescent blue-green body, black wings, and bright orange head, mounted on a white background for educational and collection purposes.
                        Price: $5.95
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                        Item #: Ctenucha virginica -