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Instructions:
Prepare the Bottle: Start by cutting the plastic bottle in half horizontally, approximately 1/3 from the top. You'll use the top portion as a funnel.
Make the Mosquito Lure: In the bottom portion of the bottle, dissolve the brown sugar in the warm water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Add the Yeast: Sprinkle the active dry yeast into the sugary water. You don’t need to stir it. The yeast will start to ferment the sugar, releasing carbon dioxide, which attracts mosquitoes.
Assemble the Trap: Take the top portion of the bottle (the funnel) and place it upside down inside the bottom portion, creating a funnel-like entrance. Seal the edges with black tape to make sure mosquitoes cannot escape.
Place the Trap: Position your bottle trap in areas where mosquitoes are prevalent, such as near windows, doors, or outside in the garden. Make sure the trap is at least a few feet away from your living space to attract mosquitoes without drawing them inside.
Tips for Serving and Storing:
Serving: You can place multiple traps around your house or yard for more effective mosquito control, especially during peak mosquito season.
Storage: The trap can last for a few weeks, but the yeast will lose effectiveness after about 2 weeks. You can refresh the ingredients by replacing the sugar solution and yeast if necessary.
Placement: Place the trap in a shaded area as mosquitoes prefer cool, dark spots. Avoid putting it in direct sunlight, as the heat may reduce its efficiency.
Variants:
Essential Oil Trap: For added mosquito repellent power, you can mix a few drops of essential oils like eucalyptus, citronella, or lavender into the water before adding the yeast. These oils not only help attract mosquitoes but also repel them once they get near the trap.
Fruit-Based Trap: If you don’t have brown sugar, you can use overripe fruit like bananas or apples to attract mosquitoes. Just mash the fruit and mix it with water, then follow the same steps as the original recipe.
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