We are considering using partially real plants that we obtained from a
now-defunct natural history museum in our new dioramas; they consist of
artifical leaves/needles mounted on real stems.  Some of the materials
appear to have some kind of colorless surface coating, though we are not
sure what it is.

If we apply a surface treatment to the organic materials, do we still
freeze/fumigate anything that comes in?  Any thoughts on a suitable coating
that would reduce bug attraction?

Your input is appreciated, as always.
Pamela E. Endzweig
Director of Collections
Museum of Natural History
1224 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-1224
Ph 541-346-5120   Fax 541-346-5334
email: [log in to unmask]

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