FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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What do I do with Biotraps after they biodegrade?
Biotraps can be left to biodegrade or collected and disposed of in your trash bin.
What happens if it rains? Will they work in the rain?
Biotraps have a hole near the top that prevents overfilling, and since the insecticide is coated on the inside of the trap, it will not diminish its effect. Biotraps have been tested in tropical areas, specifically during the rainy season, and still remain effective.
Will Biotraps kill other insects?
Biotraps are specifically designed to attract female mosquitoes.
What happens if water evaporates?
The water in the Biotraps can be replenished until they leak, for up to a month.
How long do they last?
Biotraps last for up to 4 weeks.
Should I use them year-round or only during mosquito season?
We recommend using Biotraps year round in warmer climates as a preventative measure and at least a couple of weeks before mosquito season.
How many do I need for my space?
10 per acre or 1 for every 400m-squared.
I live in an apartment. Where should I put them?
On your balcony or next to the windows – essentially points of ingress.
Will I see dead mosquitoes immediately in the traps?
Most mosquitoes will get exposed to the mild insecticide, fly away and die soon after. You will notice a reduction in the mosquito population in the area within a few weeks.
What type of water should I use?
Regular tap water is fine. Do not use heavily chlorinated water like that found in swimming pools as that will repel the mosquitoes.
Can I put the trap in a container?
Yes, you may as long as the top is fully exposed. However, keep an eye on the trap for when it starts leaking and needs to be replaced.
Can I put the trap on a tray?
Yes! This would be a great way to avoid a puddle when the trap begins to leak.
Can I put the trap on the carpet?
We do not recommend this as the traps are engineered to naturally begin leaking as the insecticide wears off.
Bring Biotraps to your city.
Available globally, let us help you bring our devices to your area. We hope to establish partnerships with government and social agencies to assist in combating the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses.
