The BG-Mosquitaire trap is the same as the BG-MosquitaireCO2 but without the use of CO2 and also this trap is first of all an outdoor trap. However, the trap can be used inside after the strong scent of the Sweetscent has been worn off after about 72 hours.
This mosquito trap has a sturdy hard plastic body and all the electrical connections are waterproof. The trap has a diameter of about 40cm and comes with an eight meter electrical cord, one sachet of our artificial human scent which is effective for up to two months, one funnel net and two catch bags. The artificial human scent will only attract mosquitoes and no other useful insects like bees, wasps or butterflies.
Positioning of the BG-Mosquitiare
As with all of our mosquito traps, the placement of the BG-Mosquitaire is very important.
Because the BG-Mosquitaire is an outdoor trap, the best results occur when the trap is protected from direct sunlight, is placed in areas with little wind and is placed in moist areas. Place the trap among bushes, as long as the vegetation is at least 50cm (16 inches) from the trap top. The BG-Mosquitaire should always be placed on ground level for the reason that Aedes mosquitoes fly low to the ground.
Operation of the BG-Mosquitaire
In Southeast Asia mosquitoes are, with certain peak periods, active throughout the year. Therefore the BG-Mosquitaire can be installed any time of the year. The trap is very easy to operate because no CO2 is involved. The best catch results occur when the trap is operated 24 hours per day. Positioning the trap in the correct locations will further enhance catch rates.
Mosquito species targeted
Using only the Sweetscent as an attractant, this trap mainly catches mosquitoes of the Aedes-family. Due to the absence of CO2, the trap will produce lower catch rates than the BG-MosquitaireCO2. As a result the buying or rental price and the operational costs are cheaper. This scientific article shows how our BG-Mosquitaire was used in England to detect the invasive Aedes Albopictus.
