Did you know?
Did you know that there are specialized equipment used for collecting insects at a crime scene? Two commonly used tools are the entomological net and the insect specimen jars.
The entomological net, also known as a butterfly net, is a mesh bag attached to a long handle. It is primarily used to catch flying or resting insects. Crime scene investigators carefully swing the net towards the insects, capturing them inside the bag without harming them. This allows scientists to study the insects later and analyze their life cycle, which can provide crucial evidence to determine the time of death.
Insect specimen jars are another essential tool for collecting insects. These glass or plastic containers have a tight-fitting lid and are typically transparent. Once the insects are captured using the net or other methods, they are carefully placed inside the jars. The sealed lid prevents the insects from escaping or from being contaminated. The specimens collected in these jars can be later analyzed under a microscope or sent to an entomologist for identification, which can aid in establishing the location and duration of a crime.
These specialized collecting tools not only help investigators gather valuable information about a crime but also assist in pinpointing the timeline of events and potential suspects.
