I used to show/ sell at the LA and Pomona insect fairs. Collectors preferred set, individual specimens and brought their own Schmidt boxes. Joe Average, mostly children, bought whatever was cheap and showy, and would often drop another ten buck for a cardboard box. There was a local guy that used t...

An exposed prepared sample is always better. But it depends on the seller's capabilities. Most just don't have the opportunity (space) to have prepared samples of everything. Some only sell packaged material (a disadvantage, but a necessity). Space and time are definitely the most significant const...

Hey everyone, I'm pretty new to the entomology world and have a question about what is customary when it comes to displaying specimens for sale at expos/shows etc. For butterflies and moths I think it's fairly straightforward - I'm relaxing specimens that are more interesting so people can view the ...

Ok awesome! I will re-adjust my expectations for it then

Is it worth bringing rare specimens to trade with other collectors or is this not something that is done?

Hi Everyone, my name is Artem and I'm based in Melbourne. I run a small side-business selling framed specimens and papered stock in New Zealand and Australia. I'm fairly new to this hobby and keen to learn as much as I can. I'm hoping to visit the Juvisy fair this September and meet some of you. And...

Sorry to drag up a slightly old topic, but can anyone tell me if the Juvisy fair will have any wholesale suppliers? I'm considering making the trip from Australia and wondering if it's more of a fair for private collectors or if there will be an opportunity to meet suppliers at a wholesale level as ...