The Brain Scoop: How to Pin an Insect

Closeup of the bottom side of a winged insect's body. Caption: All insects are roughly made up of the same sections --

In this episode, host Emily Graslie learns the proper techniques for pinning an insect. Gracen Brilmyer, a research assistant at the museum, provides Graslie with step-by-step instructions from collecting the best specimen to showcasing anatomical structures. Part of "The Brain Scoop" series.

(Source: DCMP)

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  • The Brain Scoop: How to Pin an Insect

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    DCMP Membership
    Author:
    The Field Museum
    Length:
    8 minutes