Comet Moth Mounting - part 2

Preparation of a pair of Argema mittrei, the largest of the luna moths and a personal favorite species. April 2023, Part Two.

[@merileelifeisbutadream]

Can I ask where you buy your specimens from?

[@insectsafari]

There are many dealers who sell these captive-raised moths. It's best to buy from dealers that are already in the country where you live to avoid having to deal with permitting and customs. If I knew where you lived I could give you suggestions.

[@stefans3043]

Hi! where did you buy this wooden board to mount the butterflies on?

[@insectsafari]

I got this one from someone else so I don't know where it came from. We used to get everything from BioQuip in California but they went out of business recently. The company is re-opening under a different name soon. Just google "adjustable spreading board, entomology" and you should come up with some sources.