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Eco-Friendly Mosquito Trap

This is a great idea for folks who hate to use harsh chemicals as insect repellent. So read on to know about the DIY mosquito trap which is safe and effective and above all eco-friendly.

Materials Checklist :

Eco-Friendly Mosquito Trap Instructables by Biji-biji Initiative

• 1 cup of water• 1/4 cup of brown sugar• 1 tsp of yeast• 1 used plastic bottle (2l)• Sauce pan and ladle• Black cloth or spray paint• Scissors.

 

Instructables by Biji-biji Initiative STEP 1

• Take 1 cup of hot water and add ¼ cup of brown sugar to this.

• Mix well till the sugar dissolves.

• Allow it to cool.• Cut the plastic bottle as

shown and discard the cap.

Eco-Friendly Mosquito Trap

Instructables by Biji-biji Initiative STEP 2

• Pour the cooled mixture inside the bottom half of the bottle.

• Add 1 tsp of yeast to the mixture. This will help to generate Carbon dioxide which will attract the mosquitoes.• Invert the other part and place it like a funnel, taping them together if desired.

• Wrap the black cloth outside the plastic bottle.

Eco-Friendly Mosquito Trap

• Leave the top uncovered, and place it outside. Mosquitoes are also drawn to the color black.

• The mosquitoes will be trapped

in the sugary mixture. Change the solution every 2 weeks for continuous control.

Instructables by Biji-biji Initiative

Eco-Friendly Mosquito Trap