Moth Pinning Guide
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Brown, C. (2025). Moth Pinning Guide. Knowledge Commons. https://doi.org/10.17613/7q2ry-44548
This instructional figure illustrates the sequential process for pinning and spreading an adult moth specimen for entomological preservation using a four-pin method instead of traditional paper methods. these images depict correct alignment of the forewings and hindwings and is the preferred pinning strategy when working with young scientists.
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