Well the bugs will not in jars but rather placed on a tree. So they would be out in the open. We were thinking a acrylic clear spray paint? These would not be collections pieces so no worries about preservation issues.
On Thu, Apr 10, 2014 at 2:31 PM, NATALIE TOTH <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
We have used hand sanitizer to preserve our insects in the gel-like substance inside tiny viles and jars. It keeps them from drying out and losing legs :)
-Natalie
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Hello wise ones!
I have a quick question about using natural items in exhibition spaces. We are currently building a discovery room for children and plan on having some natural items within the space including a deceased hissing cockroach, a beetle, and a tea brick. These items will become brittle and break. Is there a sealant or coating we can place on the materials that will seal it from breaking?
Thank you in advance!
Megan
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