Easy DIY Mosquito Traps

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Spartan Mosquito Eradicators are a highly effective and easy-to-use solution for controlling mosquito populations in outdoor areas. They work by luring in female mosquitoes with a scent that mimics human breath, and then exposing them to a lethal dose of insecticide.

The key to the effectiveness of Spartan Mosquito Eradicators lies in their patented blend of ingredients. The mixture of sucrose, salt, and yeast creates carbon dioxide, heat, and moisture, which closely resembles the scent of human breath. Female mosquitoes are highly attracted to this scent, as they require a blood meal in order to lay eggs. Once they enter the Eradicator, they consume the mixture and are exposed to a highly potent insecticide.

The active ingredient in Spartan Mosquito Eradicators is Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti), a naturally occurring bacterium that is highly effective at killing mosquitoes. Bti produces toxins that specifically target the digestive systems of mosquitoes and other related insects, while being harmless to humans, pets, and most other non-target organisms. Once inside the mosquito's gut, the Bti toxins cause the gut walls to break down, leading to death by starvation.

Spartan Mosquito Eradicators are designed to be hung outdoors in areas where mosquitoes are prevalent, such as near standing water or shaded areas. They can be hung from trees, poles, or other structures, and are effective for up to 90 days, depending on environmental conditions and the number of mosquitoes in the area. The Eradicators are a long-term solution for controlling mosquito populations and can be used in combination with other mosquito control measures, such as repellents and larvicides, for more comprehensive mosquito control.

The benefits of Spartan Mosquito Eradicators are numerous. They are easy to use, requiring no batteries or electricity, and can be placed in areas where conventional mosquito control methods are not practical. They are also environmentally friendly, as they use a naturally occurring bacterium and are not harmful to non-target organisms. Additionally, Spartan Mosquito Eradicators can help reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases, such as West Nile virus, dengue fever, and Zika virus, by controlling mosquito populations in outdoor areas.

In conclusion, Spartan Mosquito Eradicators are an effective and environmentally friendly solution for controlling mosquito populations in outdoor areas. They work by luring in female mosquitoes with a scent that mimics human breath, and then exposing them to a lethal dose of insecticide. With their long-lasting effectiveness and ease of use, Spartan Mosquito Eradicators are an ideal solution for anyone looking to control mosquitoes and reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases.

IF YOU WISH TO MAKE YOUR OWN....

HERE IS A SIMPLE DIY EXPLAINATION!

Materials:

A 2-liter plastic bottle
Black spray paint
1 cup of sugar (Sucrose)
1 packet of yeast
1 cup of warm water
1 teaspoon of salt
Instructions:

Start by washing the 2-liter plastic bottle and cutting off the top third of the bottle with scissors or a sharp knife.

Spray paint the upper part of the bottle black, as mosquitoes are attracted to dark colors.

In a separate container, mix together 1 cup of sugar, 1 packet of yeast, 1 cup of warm water, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir the mixture until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.

Pour the mixture into the bottom part of the bottle.

Take the top part of the bottle and turn it upside down, placing it inside the bottom part of the bottle. Make sure the spout of the top part is pointing downwards and the opening is just above the sugar mixture.

Use tape to seal the two pieces of the bottle together, leaving no gaps between them.

Place the mosquito trap in a dark, humid area, where mosquitoes are likely to gather. The trap will work best in shaded areas such as patios, balconies, or gardens.

Check the trap every few days and replace the sugar mixture as needed. You can also dispose of any dead mosquitoes that have accumulated in the trap.

With this simple DIY mosquito trap, you can effectively reduce the number of mosquitoes in your surroundings. However, it's important to note that no mosquito trap can completely eradicate mosquitoes, so it's best to use other methods such as wearing long-sleeved clothing, using mosquito repellent, and eliminating any sources of stagnant water where mosquitoes can breed.

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[pmaint]

Use black or very dark bottles, paint them if you have to. Mosquitoes are attracted to dark things, that goes for dark clothes too. So wear light colors while outside.

[domp]

Thank you for the advice. What I love about your video is that you actually reply to questions.
Absolutely fantastic!!!!

[Lolo-mxsc]

Add a drop or two of dish soap Its a surfactant and the mosquitos sink and "drown". The black or dark color Rootbeer bottles work best

[mastercieflk]

Great job you may have got rid of mosquitoes, and invited army of ants 😅😂

[matthewdunshea]

The recipe I use is sugar and yeast like you suggest but instead of salt use instead boric acid. This is the recipe for Spartan Pro Tech. Boric acid is definitely a bug killer and probably more potent than salt, and it's not expensive.

[junem]

Would have been nice if you had shown the results the next day of what was caught in the trap.

[old.schoolmorals]

I did this in a measuring cup, I attached a empty bouillon containers drilled holes in the lid, divided into 2, attached them to my bug zapper, BAM major fireworks 🎆

[whathappens]

thanks for sharing! Tis the season is right!

[steveholden]

I am going to give the DIY version a go. The Bti referred in the ‘Spartan’ active ingredients can be found in Mosquito Bits so I’ll be adding these into my mix. I suspect that the mosquito traps alone won’t eradicate mosquitoes but combined with a Thermocell and spraying the garden/plants with a solution containing Bifenthrin should keep them at bay!

[gambit]

Beer? I have beer already and beer bubbles are CO2 which is the attractive part of the yeast fermentation thing. Anybody tried baiting a trap with just beer?

[paxrom]

The spartan I got says active ingredient is boric acid.

[bikesrit]

Your video said not to add the salt if you're making the trap with an old soda bottle, but the instructions indicate salt should be added for the home made trap as well. Which is correct?

[nathanzoromski]

They love you because your blood is full of wine

[cohall]

Very interesting and informative. Thanks for sharing.

[collinblake]

I thought the Spartan devices also had borax as well?

[thebrownduck]

Love the eBay tape!! Lol I use that stuff for everything 😂

[toymac]

This comment section is weird, haha. Why don't y'all just make one and test the results yourself? This person is just showing you a "how to". They aren't solving all of your problems for you!

Either way, thanks for the tip. I think I'll try it out and see if it works for me. Crazy, i know!

[CoryMelton-rc]

How much salt do you use for the old Spartan tubes?

[SharonSims-nlxr]

PSA: Spartan Mosquito Eradicators DO NOT decrease the populations of the most common medically significant mosquitoes you will encounter in your garden, and likely have zero effect on the number of bites you get. You will inevitably think you are getting bitten less, but this is a well-known phenomenon called the placebo effect.

If you want to protect yourself from mosquitoes, here’s what works:

a) removing any standing water (old tires, plastic bags, planter saucers, children’s toys, etc.)
b) avoiding the outdoors when most medically significant mosquitoes (Aedes, Anopheles, Culex) are active. This is dawn and dusk.
c) wearing long, loose clothing (preferably treated with Permethrin).
d) wearing a personal insect repellent (synthetic repellents almost always work better than natural repellents, and they’re just as safe, but you can use natural repellents if you prefer).

Really, you need to do all of those, but even doing one or two of them can go a long way.

Here’s a good study showing that the specific product, Spartan Mosquito Eradicator, is ineffective. I can say with some confidence that none of the commercially available mosquito traps or adulticides effectively control mosquito populations (adulticides like those pointless mosquito spraying trucks may give temporary relief, but as long as there’s habitat and food mosquitoes will return within hours).

[lindabroesche]

How often do the contents need to be changed?