Fruit Fly Trap (Supplied With Attractant) - For Outdoor Use

What Are Fruit Flies?

Fruit Flies lay eggs into healthy, unripe fruits. Larval development and feeding occurs in the fruit, leading to fruit tissue collapse. Even if the fruits have not collapsed, the occurrence of larvae within the fruit makes them inedible. The punctures made by the oviposition exposes fruits to secondary pathogens (e.g. bacteria, fungi and yeasts). Deterioration of fruit can also increase its susceptibility to attack by a variety of Fruit Fly species. 

How Does This Trap Help Combat Fruit Flies?

All Fruit Fly species are attracted to the Fruit Fly Trap when some of the supplied liquid attractant is poured inside. Once inside the trap, the flies will drown in the attractant.

The trap has also been specifically designed to prevent the undesired trapping of other insects.

How Do I Set Up The Traps?

1. Fill the trap with some of the Fruit Fly Liquid Attractant included.

2. Hang the trap on a branch, or stick, using the enclosed hook.

3. Refill the trap with attractant once the trap is full of flies, or the liquid has evaporated. 

Our Outdoo Fruit Fly Traps Are Durable & Reusable 

The attractant will need replacing once it is dried out, and the trap is full of Fruit Flies. The best way to clean our your trap and replace its attractant is to open and submerge the trap in a large bucket of water. This will drown any Fruit Flies that haven't yet died and wash out the Fruit Fly remains. 

Where Should I Place The Traps?

The most effective place to hang the traps is in the shade along the sides of the plot, or in the hedge (if available), and alternatively in the crop. If the crop is low, make sure the traps hang at least one metre above the ground. In taller crops, the traps can be placed in the crop.

Ensure to protect the traps from exposure to direct sunlight.

When Should I Use The Traps?

Install the traps as soon as the temperature exceeds 10°C, coinciding with the beginning of the adult flights and fruit development in surrounding trees and shrubs. Traps will be less effective once fruit starts to ripen.

How Many Traps Do I Need?

The number of traps required depends on local factors such as climate, crop and pest density and quantities should always be considered with regards to particular situations and circumstance. The trap density typically ranges from 1-20 per hectare.

When Will I Need To Replace My Fruit Fly Traps?

The trap can be used for years and replacement liquid attractant can be purchased here for additional coverage.