4-H Entomology Contest Guidelines

These guidelines are for the three 4-H entomology contests that are held annually.

4-H Entomology Insect Identification Contest Guidelines

All Levels

• Each level is responsible for all material listed for that level and all previous levels. For example, Intermediates are responsible for both Intermediate and Junior level material.
• Guide to Insect and Non-Insect Orders (no voice pronunciation) (PDF, 2.9 MB)
• Study List of Common Insects in Texas (PDF printable version, 3.5 MB)
• 4-H Insect Identification Videos

Intermediate and Senior Levels Only

• Study Materials for Intermediates and Seniors

Additional Curriculum for Junior Level

• Good Bugs & Bad Bugs
• Adaptations of Insects

Insect Collection Contest Guidelines and Videos

• Collection Guidelines  – Updated for 2022 (PDF)
• Videos for 4-H Entomology Study
• Tips for Making a 4-H Entomology Insect Collection

Photography Contest Guidelines and Videos

• Photography Contest Guidelines  – New for 2023 (PDF)
• Video for 4-H Entomology Photography