three layers may be placed in each piIlbox. In the case of small specimens, as many as
five specimens may be put in each layer. Large specimens such as flies and
cockroaches may be limited' to one or two specimens per layer. In all cases, the piIlbox
should never be over-packed. See figure 4-11.
Adult mosquitoes and other fragile
Cross section of pillbox
Insects are placed in a pillbox
showing insects placed
between layers of lens paper or
between layers of lens
facial tissue cut slightly larger
paper or facial tissue.
than the pillbox. Fill with layers of
tissue.
Figure 4-11. Specimens in pillbox.
b. When the first box is packed, the edges are sealed with tape and it is
addressed. This box is placed in a second box that is also taped and addressed. This
box may then be packed in a well-padded cardboard box with other packed specimens
and mailed. A complete inventory must be included.
c. Whenever possible, specimens should be mailed through miIitary postal
faciIities by ordinary maiI if within the United States (CONUS) or within an overseas
command. Overseas shipments should always be made by air maiI, provided local
postal regulations permit it. MaiIing labels should indicate that the contents consist
entirely of scientific specimens without commercial value and should be marked
"FragiIe." No difficulty should be encountered provided all postal and customs
regulations are complied with.
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