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Live Animal Regulations 2009
GENERAL CONTAINER REQUIREMENTS FOR INSECTS AND
BEES (CR 61 – 66)
OPERATOR VARIATIONS: AF-05
OS-01
UA-05
DL-01
DL-03
D0-06
EK-01
EK-09
FX-01
Design and Construction
It is essential that containers are well constructed. Dimensions, where stated in this
section, are length, width and height. These dimensions are illustrative and therefore must
be related to the actual size of the consignment for which the container is constructed.
Insect and bee containers require special precautions to prevent the inmates escaping.
Placing an inner container or bag within an outer rigid container is one method of
prevention.
It must be strong enough to withstand other freight damaging it. It must be rigid enough
that the seams or joints do not allow the insects to escape should they get out of the inner
bag or container.
The container must be closed in such a way that it cannot be opened inadvertently. There
must be small ventilation holes that allow a supply of air to enter the container. Ventilation
holes must be covered with a light material which will allow the passage of air but prevent
the escape of any insect should the inner bag or container become damaged.
The container must be constructed of non–toxic materials, chemically impregnated wood
can be lethal. It must be leak–proof and clean. If it is to be reused, the container must be
thoroughly cleaned and then either disinfected or sterilised prior to reuse.
The appropriate container requirement for individual species must be consulted.
Feeding
Any food that is required must be provided by the shipper and sufficient for the journey
placed within the container for those species that require feeding.
Labelling and Marking
The container must be correctly labelled in accordance with the instructions in Chapter 9.
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Ventilation
Insects and bees do not require the same amount of ventilation as other species. Although
ventilation can be reduced if there is sufficient air within the inner receptacle at the time of
packing; care must be taken that the reduction of pressure during the flight does not cause
the collapse of plastic/polystyrene bags. Pumping clean air into such bags prior to sealing
will prevent this happening. Ventilation holes must be covered with a light material which
will allow the passage of air but prevent the escape of any insect should the inner bag or
container become damaged.
Special Care
Some insects are sensitive to temperature and humidity changes and therefore possible
adverse conditions at stop overs or transhipment must be discussed with the shipper.
Important Notes
When building a load of containers on an aircraft pallet, the size of the aircraft
compartment door and the contour of the compartment must be considered.
In addition to the above General Requirements, the Specific Requirements that are
relevant to the individual species must be consulted and adhered to.
The illustrations shown in the following specific container requirements are
examples only. Packages that conform to the principle of the written guidelines for
the species but look slightly different will still meet the IATA standards.
CONTAINER REQUIREMENT 62
The illustrations shown in this Container Requirement are examples only.
Containers that conform to the principle of written guidelines for the species but
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look slightly different will still meet the IATA standards.
Applicable to:
Insect, n.o.s.
Scorpion species
Spider species
Note:
Due to the frequent disinsecting of aircraft holds and the residual nature of the
insecticides used, insects cannot be carried other than in airtight containers in certain
aircraft (consult the airline).
STATE VARIATIONS: GBG-01 GBG-02 GBG-04
OPERATOR VARIATIONS: CO-04 CO-05 CO-09
QF-01
1. CONTAINER CONSTRUCTION
Materials
Wood, fibreboard, molded plastics, plastics, polystyrene.
Principles of Design
The following principles of design must be met in addition to the General Container
Requirements outlined at the beginning of this chapter.
Outer Container
Must be constructed of fibreboard, wood, wood products or any plastic material of
adequate strength.
The container must have solid sides, top and base. The sides shall have ventilation
openings and the interior of the sides shall be lined with fine mesh so that there can be
no escape by the occupants.
Inner Container
Plastic container(s) are preferred. Plastic or polyethylene bags must not be used for
insects with biting/chewing mouthparts (e.g. beetles).
Ventilated plastic cups/containers must be firmly closed and packed securely into the
outer container so that they are not thrown about during handling or transport.
Care must be taken that no sharp edge or stapled fastenings of the outer container
puncture the inner plastic bag(s) which will expand with change of altitude.
Safety Mesh
When many specimens are present in one container the top of the container must be
covered with a fine nylon, or similar, mesh in order to prevent the escape of any insect
when the lid of the outer container is lifted.
Notes
1. The inner container may be left to the discretion of the shipper.
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2. Spiders or other insects with cannibalistic tendencies must be segregated from
each other.
3. Spiders or other insects that are poisonous or that carry communicable diseases
must have their containers boldly marked accordingly.
4. Some insects for research purposes, such as mosquitoes, can be shipped in
completely sealed polystyrene containers.
2. PREPARATIONS BEFORE DISPATCH (see Chapter 5)
Persons shipping insects normally have specialised knowledge of survival criteria.
3. FEEDING GUIDE
Shippers must make provisions for food, when necessary.
4. GENERAL CARE AND LOADING (see Chapters 5 and 10)
Where the conditions at time of loading, or in transit, are humid, a lowering of the
temperature in the hold during flight can produce a precipitation of dew.
Example
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The illustrations shown in this Container Requirement are examples only.
Containers that conform to the principle of written guidelines for the species but
look slightly different will still meet the IATA standards.
Applicable to:
Caterpillar (silkworm)
Chrysalis (pupae)
Larva, n.o.s.
STATE VARIATIONS: GBG-01 GBG-02 GBG-04
OPERATOR VARIATIONS: CO-04 CO-05 CO-09
QF-01
1. CONTAINER CONSTRUCTION
Materials
Cloth, fibreboard and wood.
Principles of Design
The following principles of design must be met in addition to the General Container
Requirements outlined at the beginning of this chapter.
Fibreboard box or closely woven wooden box, which must be sealed and provided with
sufficient number of ventilation holes.
However, ventilation holes are not needed and may be detrimental when shipping
chrysalis (ex. butterfly pupae). During this stage, insects do not have a strong need for
fresh air; furthermore, if insulation is lost due to the presence of ventilation holes,
chances are chrysalises will transform into butterflies during transport, and may be
found either dead or with severely damaged wings at destination.
Ventilation openings must be covered with fine cloth to prevent the larvae from
creeping out.
Note:
some insects in their intermediary stages (ex: chrysalis) can safely be shipped in
completely sealed polystyrene containers.
2. PREPARATIONS BEFORE DISPATCH (see Chapter 5)
Branches or leaves of the specific plant on which the larvae live must be placed in the
container.
3. FEEDING GUIDE
In general feeding is not required during transportation.
4. GENERAL CARE AND LOADING (see Chapters 5 and 10)
Due to frequent disinsecting of aircraft holds and the residual nature of the insecticides
used, these species cannot be carried other than in airtight containers in certain
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aircraft (consult the airline).
Warning: Should not be subjected to extreme temperatures.
EXAMPLE:
Note:
for chrysalises no openings are required
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The illustrations shown in this Container Requirement are examples only.
Containers that conform to the principle of written guidelines for the species but
look slightly different will still meet the IATA standards.
Applicable to:
Mud worm
Worm, n.o.s.
STATE VARIATIONS: GBG-01 GBG-02 GBG-04
OPERATOR VARIATIONS: CO-04 CO-05 CO-09
QF-01
1. CONTAINER CONSTRUCTION
Materials
Fibreboard, metal, polyethylene and wood.
Principles of Design
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The following principles of design must be met in addition to the General Container
Requirements outlined at the beginning of this chapter.
A regular slotted corrugated fibreboard container may be used. The inner walls of the
container must be leak–proof. On fibreboard or wood containers, this can be
accomplished by having the inner walls either waxed or lined with polyethylene sheet.
When ice or gel packs are to be used for cooling, they must not come in contact with
the live contents of the container. They must be wrapped in suitable material and
placed in a section away from the worms, ensuring that no moisture is able to leak out
of the container.
For insulation purposes, it is recommended that expanded polystyrene inserts be used
in the container.
2. PREPARATIONS BEFORE DISPATCH (see Chapter 5)
Interior protection for mud worms–non organic material as applicable to the species.
Ice or frozen gel packed in polyethylene bags, or other leak–proof containers, may be
used when required for maintaining low temperature during transportation.
3. FEEDING GUIDE
No feeding required during transportation.
4. GENERAL CARE AND LOADING (see Chapters 5 and 10)
Extreme heat and cold must be avoided. As a guide for storing, worms should
usually be kept at 2–7°C (35–45°F).
Some species of worms and specifically marine ones from tropical climates are
greatly affected by cold temperature and should be kept at warmer temperature
ranges. Consult with shipper prior to acceptance.
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The illustrations shown in this Container Requirement are examples only.
Containers that conform to the principle of written guidelines for the species but
look slightly different will still meet the IATA standards.
Applicable to:
Maggot (gentils)
STATE VARIATIONS: GBG-01 GBG-02 GBG-04
OPERATOR VARIATIONS: CO-04 CO-05 CO-09
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1. CONTAINER CONSTRUCTION
Materials
Fibreboard, muslin or plastics and wood.
Principles of Design
The following principles of design must be met in addition to the General Container
Requirements outlined at the beginning of this chapter.
Outer Container
The outer container must be made of wood or strong corrugated fibreboard carton.
Small ventilation openings must be provided in the outer container, as indicated in the
diagram.
Inner Container
Burlap bag filled with bran or sawdust, whichever is acceptable in the country of
destination.
The inner bag must be securely closed, preferably by twisting the top, lapping it over
and securing with an elastic band. The outer container must be closed and sealed to
prevent escape.
2. PREPARATIONS BEFORE DISPATCH (see Chapter 5)
No special requirements.
3. FEEDING GUIDE
No feeding required during transportation.
4. GENERAL CARE AND LOADING (see Chapters 5 and 10)
Due to frequent disinsecting of aircraft holds and the residual nature of the insecticides
used, these species cannot be carried other than in airtight containers in certain
aircraft (consult the airline).
Example
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CONTAINER REQUIREMENT 66
The illustrations shown in this Container Requirement are examples only.
Containers that conform to the principle of written guidelines for the species but
look slightly different will still meet the IATA standards.
Applicable to:
Leech
Medicinal leech
STATE VARIATIONS: GBG-01 GBG-02 GBG-04
OPERATOR VARIATIONS: CO-04 CO-05 CO-09
QF-01
1. CONTAINER CONSTRUCTION
Materials
Plywood, water–resistant fibreboard, water–resistant hard–board, rigid plastics, burlap.
Principles of Design
The following principles of design must be met in addition to the General Container
Requirements outlined at the beginning of the chapter.
Outer Container
Must be constructed of water–resistant rigid material with interior means of bag
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support.
Inner Container
Leeches must be placed with damp moss into bags made from burlap or similar
material. Each bag must be secured in an upright position within the outer container.
It must be checked that the use of moss does not contravene the law of the countries
of transit or importation.
Ventilation
Ventilation openings must be provided on the four sides and top of the outer container.
2. PREPARATIONS BEFORE DISPATCH (see Chapter 5)
Where necessary, moss or suitable brushwood material must be placed in the box and
must be packed in damp, not wet, wood wool or moss.
Note:
Plant materials are restricted for import into certain countries. Shipper must comply
with import country regulations.
3. FEEDING GUIDE
The need to feed any of these species during the journey usually does not arise.
4. GENERAL CARE AND LOADING (see Chapters 5 and 10)
Special care must be taken to avoid exposure to extreme temperatures. Particularly
during cold weather, these animals lie dormant for prolonged periods and, therefore,
must not be presumed dead.
Warning: Containers must not be placed in direct sunlight.
Example
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