Let’s see how to get rid of pesky mosquitoes with a homemade trap that is easy to make and extremely effective.
The wetlands around our property are the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes. When the summer sun goes down, the hordes of these hungry pests turn a pleasant evening on the patio into a nightmare. To combat infestations by these insects, we often light citronella candles and spray some insect repellent. But have you ever thought about making a homemade mosquito trap?
Mosquitoes find their victims by tracking the carbon dioxide we exhale. Many commercial traps attract insects by burning propane to produce carbon dioxide, thus luring these insects. While carbon dioxide attracts mosquitoes as a target, heat is likely how they will bite you. Mosquitoes often choose areas of the body where the blood is close to the surface. These are areas like the forehead, wrists, elbows, and neck.
However, there is another method to make a mosquito trap that creates a stream of carbon dioxide that attracts and traps them. Let’s see the details below.
How does this homemade mosquito trap work?
This simple trap is made from a plastic bottle. The yeast and sweet bait are added to the bottle to create a stream of carbon dioxide that attracts insects to the trap.
Empty a 2-liter plastic bottle or similarly sized container.
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Scotch.
1/4 cup brown sugar.
1 cup hot water.
1 packet active dry yeast.
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