Light Trap
Combine a few household items to create your light trap. Follow the directions here: https://www.zombeewatch.org/theproject#javascript:void(0)_
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Instructions for building this tool at . The anticipated cost of materials to build this tool is Less than $20. It may take A few hours.
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| Description |
A tool used at night to attract and trap insects for study. |
|---|---|
| Used by these projects | ZomBeeWatch, Citizen Science Insect Monitoring, Mothing |
| Ideal Age Group |
Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Families, Seniors
(The tool is easy to use.) |
| Training | Learning materials are available online. |
| Use considerations | Assembly is required. Callibration is required. This tool relies on lab processing. This tool require consumable materials (e.g. batteries, light bulbs, etc.). |
| Size & weight |
Large: This tool is over 12 inches in at least one dimension. Between 1lb and 5lb (a small dog weighs about 5lb) |
| Expected lifetime | Should last at least a year |
| Topics | Nature & Outdoors, Insects & Pollinators |
| Activities | At home, At night |
| Tool updated | June 23, 2017, 6:49 p.m. |
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