Herpetological collection

For a discussion of the problems in conserving a collection of
invertebrates (which should nevertheless be applicable to a
herpetological collection), see:

    Carter, J.
    The Jefferson collection of invertebrate animals: a zoological
    conservation project
    The Conservator 22 1998-36-43

This paper contains information on the rehydration of dried-out
specimens and their preservation in 80% Industrial Methylated
Spirit.

Barry Knight
English Heritage
London

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