Volunteer Vanessa Newman with a praying mantis
VISITORS to Oxford’s Museum of Natural History got the wildlife bug when they got up close with a host of insects.
Creatures, including a praying mantis, tarantulas and scorpions, were brought out at the Parks Road attraction to mark National Insect Week.
Volunteer Vanessa Newman said: “It was great being involved in the insect handling. It’s really fantastic to provide a unique opportunity for visitors.”
Education assistant Simone Dogherty said: “They always started off squeamish but then got into it. It was fun to watch.”
The bugs can be seen today from 10am to midday and from 1pm to 3pm.
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