Research Collections
In addition to our education programs and exhibits, the Bean Life Science Museum is home to several research collections for use by BYU faculty and the larger academic community. If you would like more info on a particular collection, you can contact one of the curators listed on each collection tab.
INSECTS AND ARACHNIDS
The insect and arachnid collection is comprised mainly of pinned specimens, but there are also major alcohol and slide collections. The collection serves as a library of insects and arachnids for western North America. It is a valuable historical collection and serves as an important voucher depository. BYUC is registered as the official acronym for the collection by the Entomological Collections Netword (ECN), a national organization.
Geographic representation: Worldwide coverage; emphasis on western North America
Geographic representation: Worldwide coverage; emphasis on western North America
Richard Baumann
Emeritus Curator
Phone: 801-422-5492
Room: 3103C
Phone: 801-422-5492
Room: 3103C
Research Affiliates
Mike Hastriter
Alan Myrup
Robert Mower
Alan Myrup
Robert Mower