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Idaho Falls, Idaho — The newest exhibit at the Museum of Idaho opens Friday. CSI:Crime Scene Insects explores the world of forensic entomology. The exhibit was produced in partnership with the television show CSI: Miami.

Forensic entomology is the use of insects to reveal critical details of a crime scene. The practice dates as far back as 13th century China. However, it has only been in the last 20 years that the evidence provided by the insects has been widely accepted in the courtroom.

The exhibit runs through April 11.

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