Biogents BG-Mosquitaire Manual De Instrucciones página 4

Positioning the Trap: When and Where?
Correct positioning and application are important factors for effective mosquito control
Only if the traps have the correct positioning and run continuously throughout the mosquito season, they will efficiently and
permanently decrease the mosquito population. A detailed description of how to best position the trap can be found on our
website at: https://www.biogents-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/Placement-and-effect-of-Biogents-mosquito-traps-en.pdf
General:
The trap should be placed outside from spring to fall: average temperature > 60° F / 15° C.
Position the trap in a location that
For best results position the trap in
or near breeding sites that can not be avoided, e.g., rain barrels. The trap will not be affected by rainfall.
F7
No sun
In detail:
When?
The trap should be put out when the average temperature has risen above 60° F / 15° C. Above this temperature, adult mos-
quitoes fly actively. It is best to catch the mosquitoes as early in the year as possible before they have a chance to reproduce
and lay their eggs. It is important to make sure that the ventilator of the trap runs 24 hours a day.
Where?
The goal is to catch the mosquitoes before they reach you. Therefore, it is important to choose a position near the resting areas
of the mosquitoes and breeding sites that can not be avoided.
Good locations
1. Resting locations:
e.g., hedges and shrubs. From here, mosquitoes begin their search for prey. If you place the trap here, you can catch the
mosquitoes before they reach and bite you. Resting places of mosquitoes can also be locations with higher humidity such
as wells, drains, basements, etc. They also like piles of wood where they can easily hide.
Overhanging plants and bushes often form an empty space underneath. This is an ideal location for the trap if it provides
enough space both for the air currents and for the visibility of the trap: All of the upper surfaces of the trap must be clearly
visible to the mosquito so that its specialized appearance is effective in attracting mosquitoes. Therefore, do not place the
trap under very dense bushes [F9]. A distance of at least 1 ft above the top of the trap needs to be kept clear [F10].
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is sheltered from direct sunlight, wind, and heavy rainfall
a shady, humid location close to mosquito resting zones
No wind
F7
During the day, mosquitoes spend their rest periods in shady, wind-protected places such as in foliage,
F9
Shade Resting areas
F8
[F7].
e.g., in shrubs or under trees, F8]
Humid areas
F10