1. Forensics Entomologist Brittany Van Grouw

2. Job Description/ Responsibilities Use the life cycle of insects found on dead bodies to determine how long a person has been dead They mainly work on murder cases but they also work on death cases involving drugs, poisonings, neglect and abuse

3. Annual Wages $36,040 - $54,060

4. Working Conditions They examine the body at the crime scene or conduct a post-mortem examination Have pictures from the crime scene

5. Training and Educational Requirements Ph.D. in Entomology Master's degree in entomology Could earn a Board Certified Entomologist

6. Case Summary On 14 August 1996, a 46-year-old alcoholic (80.5 kg) was discovered dead in his bedroom. He was dead for 5 days. There were clusters of eggs found in his beard and pubic hair. There was Red Pupae on the dead body.

7. Related Occupations Forensic science technicians Biological science teachers, postsecondary Biomedical engineers Biological technicians

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