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Superworms could replace beetles for cleaning skeletal remains

Wednesday, July 1, 2026


Researchers tested superworms as an alternative to beetles for cleaning skeletal remains and found that a ratio of 10-15 grams of larvae per gram of specimen minimized cleaning time without causing bone damage.

Original reporting: https://arstechnica.com/science/2026/07/museums-could-use-ravenous-superworms-to-clean-skeletons/

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