LIMITED QUANTITY! CLEARANCE
*Note - These are crayfish that don't meet our strict qualifications.
Some have curled tails, some are missing a pincher, and some are just under standard size.
- This non-toxic solution and specimen can be discarded with regular trash.
** STORE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE IN THE SEALED BAG. 6-9 MONTH SHELF LIFE (UNOPENED)
Once open, you can rotate these between classes. They will slowly dry out when removed from the original package. (1-2 weeks).
Discard with regular trash.
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STORAGE AND DISPOSAL:
Our preserved specimens are prepared in the United States.
Enclosed in a bag with a non-toxic holding solution. (Not Formaldehyde).
The
specimens are originally preserved in formaldehyde, then rinsed and
stored in Nebanol. This is a non-toxic storage solution. It is safe to
dispose of the specimens in your normal household/business trash
disposal
1. Fluid in the bag is normal and OK.
2. Store at room temperature in the original sealed bag for 6- 9 months.
3. Do not store with food items!
4. Do not add water to the specimen bag, it will cloud the solution and allow bacteria growth.
5. You can use Isopropyl alcohol if you need a rewetting solution or short term storage solution.
6. Avoid touching your face, eyes and mouth while handling the specimens.
7. Open the bag when you are prepared to complete the dissection.
8.
If your dissection will take several days, we recommend covering and
sealing the specimen with plastic wrap or a plastic zip-top bag between
sessions to preserve the moisture. (Use 70% Isopropyl Alcohol if needed
to prevent drying out)
9. After the dissection, dispose of the specimen, fluid and any disposable items in your normal trash disposal.
10.
Wash any non-disposable items with hot soapy water and dry before
storing.
11. Disinfect the workstation with hot soapy water or
disinfectant spray.
Click here to order a SCALPEL or DISSECTING SCISSORS if you want to dissect the specimens.
Click here to order a CRAYFISH DISSECTION GUIDE
Click here to order EXTERNAL ANATOMY CHARTS
