VespaCatch Select: Adaptive and Selective Hornet Trap
Product Overview: The VespaCatch Select is the latest innovation in hornet trapping technology, designed to provide targeted protection against various hornet species while preserving other non-targeted insects. This adaptive trap offers customizable settings to effectively trap invasive hornets like the Yellow-legged hornet (Vespa velutina) and is ready for potential future threats from other hornet species.
Key Features:
- Adjustable Hole Size: The VespaCatch Select trap features an adjustable dial that allows you to select from five different entrance hole sizes, ranging from 7 mm to 11 mm (0.27 to 0.43 inches). This flexibility enables you to target specific hornet species, from the Yellow-legged hornet to larger hornets like Vespa orientalis, while minimizing the capture of non-targeted insects.
- Selective Capture: The trap is equipped with exit holes and a conical filter that ensure non-targeted insects can escape, while the hornets are contained. An anti-drowning filter further protects beneficial insects by preventing them from drowning in the attractant solution.
- High Versatility: The VespaCatch Select is designed to adapt to changing environmental threats. Whether you need to trap foundress hornets in spring or workers in summer and autumn, this trap can be adjusted to suit your needs. It’s also prepared to handle potential future invasions by species such as the Oriental hornet or even the giant hornet.
Efficient Trapping and Maintenance:
- Effective Baiting: For trapping Yellow-legged hornets, use the specially formulated VespaCatch attractant. Simply mix 10ml of the attractant with 50g of sugar and 200ml of water, and place it in the trap's black container cup. Adjust the bait type according to the season for optimal results.
- Long-Lasting Effectiveness: To maintain trapping efficiency, refresh the attractant every three weeks. Additionally, placing a dead or alive hornet inside the trap can help to enhance its attractiveness. The trap should be repositioned if no hornets are caught after a few days, ensuring it is in the best location along the hornets' flight paths.
Easy Assembly and Use:
- The VespaCatch Select trap is straightforward to assemble and can be easily hung from trees, near hives, or other hornet hotspots. Detailed assembly instructions ensure quick setup, so you can start protecting your spaces immediately.
Why Choose VespaCatch Select?
- Future-Proof Design: The adjustable entrance size prepares you for the arrival of new hornet species, ensuring that your trapping system remains effective regardless of emerging threats.
- Biodiversity Protection: Designed with a commitment to protecting biodiversity, VespaCatch Select minimizes the impact on beneficial insects, making it an eco-friendly solution for beekeepers and homeowners alike.
- Complementary to VespaCatch Original: The VespaCatch Select does not replace the original VespaCatch trap but complements it, providing a selective trapping option that can be used alongside the original trap for comprehensive hornet management.
Conclusion: The VespaCatch Select is the ultimate tool for adaptive and selective hornet trapping, offering advanced features that cater to current and future hornet threats. Its thoughtful design and eco-friendly operation make it a must-have for anyone looking to protect their environment from invasive hornets while preserving essential insect populations.