Oviposition Cups

Select a cup with a dark-colored interior and follow the directions provided by the Invasive Mosquito Network: http://www.citizenscience.us/imp/docs/2015c10_egg_collection_procedures.pdf

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About this tool
Description

These oviposition cups, when filled with water, provide a habitat for mosquitos in which to lay their eggs.
Used by these projects Invasive Mosquito Project, The Invasive Mosquito Project: A Public Education Tool
Ideal Age Group Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Families, Seniors
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 Small: This tool would fit in a 6 inch cube.
Less than 13oz (a full soda can weighs a little less than 13oz)
Expected lifetime Single use
Topics Insects & Pollinators
Tool updated Sept. 28, 2017, 9:12 p.m.