Freeze the specimen immediately
Place it in 70% ethanol for wet preservation
Use isopropyl alcohol for temporary storage
Keep soft-bodied insects in ethanol
Pin larger, hard-bodied insects through the thorax
Spread and dry butterfly and moth wings
Store pinned specimens in airtight insect boxes
Add silica gel to reduce moisture
Label each specimen with date, location, and collector
Handle specimens with forceps or soft brushes
Avoid direct sunlight and heat
Protect from mold, pests, and dust
Check storage containers regularly
Replace damaged labels and dried preservative as needed