[Nhcoll-l] Permanent Storage of Squid Pens

[Silvia Da Rocha]

Hello All,

I am enquiring as to whether anyone on the list currently has any squid pens in their collection? And if so the method of storage.

We currently have a small number of dried specimens that are kept in card trays. They are generally somewhat curled due to the drying process.
We also have a number of specimens currently stored in zip lock bags. This is not the desired permanent storage solution. We are either thinking of a way to safely store the pens in solution in such a way as they are accessible for study, or to experiment with a method of drying that doesn't lead to curling. We would love to hear what others do to store their pens or whether there are any good drying tips/methods out there.

Hope all are well and thanks in advance.

Silvia

Silvia Da Rocha (she/her)
Conservator Natural Sciences | Collection Care and Conservation
Australian Museum Research Institute
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