Insect Questions:
We do not accept insect samples. If you have insect questions, please use the following resources:
- Insect ID or curiosity about insect? Go to the University of Minnesota Extension:
- Insect questions/photo submission: UMN Extension - Contact Us
- ID an insect through a few simple questions: identify your insect
- UMN Extension - Insect homepage
- Honey bee question? Contact the Bee Squad, BeeSquad@umn.edu
- If you have a hive that you want removed, contact a local hobby beekeeper
- We do not remove nests of any kind, if you have a nest you want removed, contact a pest control service
- Yard and Garden Question: Contact a volunteer Master Gardener
- Agricultural question: Contact the Farm Information Line: 1-800-232-9077, fil@umn.edu
- For all requests outside of Minnesota please contact an in-state university, local organization, or visit Ask Extension
Bed Bug Questions:
Please visit the Bed Bug Website. We do not accept samples. If you are looking to get an insect in your home identified, contact a pest control service.
Questions about our Graduate Program:
Please visit our Graduate Program page, or contact Dan Cariveau, Director of Graduate Studies