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Subclass Pterygota - Winged Insects - for reference only, delete

 
 
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Identification Key to the Principal Families of Florida Heteroptera
A basic key to bugs. Good for beginners in narrowing down insect to it's proper family. There are also detailed anatomical charts which are handy for using a key. Available to view online or to download as a PDF file.

University of New Hampshire Insect and Arachnid Collections
Database showing state records for species of most groups in New England (NH, ME, VT, MA), with the emphasis on NH fauna. Helped me thousands of times. Taxonomy somewhat outdated. Curated by Dr. Donald S. Chandler but not updated as regularly as one would desire. (no Don's fault. =v=)

Aquatic Invertebrates of Alberta, by Hugh F. Clifford
A helpful online version of the 1991 manual with 133 pictoral keys

List of exotic arthropod species established in Florida
Arranged by year of discovery/publication

Ontario Field Naturalist's Toolchest
Mostly a guide to assist in identifying anything in Ontario. The majority of the website consists of books and links. For books I have provided a book cover image, a link to Google Books (and other relevant links), and a brief description. Books are approximately ordered with the easiest and most useful resources first. Other features of the website include sections on gear, field naturalists clubs, volunteering opportunities, forums, quizzes and more.

The three pages on bugs include mostly the most accessible field guides and web sites that are described on bugguide.net, and should be easier to browse. If you are living in Ontario or in a nearby province or state this site may be useful.

Bark and Ambrosia Beetles
Bark and Ambrosia beetles: Regional checklists (Southeastern U.S., Mexico), SEM and optical microscopy images of many North American and Neotropical species. Site created and maintained by T.H. Atkinson.

Mr. D's Insect Page
Part of a teacher resource website; Mr. D's insect page includes PowerPoint presentations to aid in the identification of some major insect orders, useful links to other insect websites as well as a few pictures.

Illinois Dept. of Public Health
IDPH entomologists accept specimens (insects, spiders, ticks, etc.) for identification from Illinois residents.

1 Submit specimens in leak-proof, crush-resistant containers. If possible, do not tape or glue specimens.
2 Certain specimens (e.g., ticks, insect larvae) should be in 70% ethanol or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol.
3 Mail specimens in crush-proof containers (plastic vials, med/specimen bottles, boxes, etc.) sealed inside plastic bags.
4 Specimens will be identified, but not tested for the presence of pathogens or disease.
5 Most specimens are identified and a written report mailed the same day they are received.

 
 
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