Primary insect type specimens in the University of British Columbia – Beaty Biodiversity Museum – Spencer Entomological Collection

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  • Robert T. Curtiss Washington State University Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center
  • Karen M. Needham Beaty Biodiversity Museum, University of British Columbia

Abstract

This paper, the first in a series on the insects of the Spencer Entomological Collection at the Beaty Biodiversity Museum – University of British Columbia includes a comprehensive listing of primary types in this collection. A brief history of the University of British Columbia entomology holdings is outlined. Included in this catalog are 94 primary types (including seven nomen nudum specimens) listed with original label data and references to original descriptions. Additionally, high resolution images of the specimens are included.

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2025-01-06

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Vol. 121 (2024): Journal of the Entomological Society of British Columbia

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