The funnel trap is uniquely designed with smooth sides. There is no lip or join that could prevent moths that land on the outside wall of the trap from walking up and into the trap, thus ensuring the maximum number of moths are caught
Pest: Stored Product Moth
Species: Ephestia spp (general European stored product moths), Plodia Interpunctella (Indian Meal Moth)
Requires the addition of species specific lures and glue board pot liner, both sold separately, see related products
Ephestia
This is a genus of small moths belonging to the family Pyralidae. Some species are significant pests of dry plant produce, such as seeds and cereals. Best known among these are probably the cacao moth (E. elutella) and the Mediterranean flour moth (E. kuehniella).
Plodia interpunctella
The Indianmeal moth, Plodia interpunctella is a very common household pest, feeding principally on stored food products. In fact, it has been called the most important pest of stored products commonly found in our homes or grocery stores. The larvae are general feeders and can be found in grain products, seeds, dried fruit, dog food, and spices.
The pheromone dispensers for various species can be purchased separately to the traps or in the kits. They are packed in vapour-proof sealed sachets and have a field activity duration of 6 weeks or 12 weeks
The septa or vial lure is inserted in to the red plastic lure holder and fitted to the top of the funnel trap
A separate glue insert for the funnel trap can also be purchased. Coated with specially formulated non-drying insect glue, the shaped plastic liners are designed to fit inside our Funnel Traps to help catch and retain the insects entering the trap
The Funnel Trap is a permanent trap intended as a large area monitoring tool as part of an integrated pest management approach. It is the most commonly used trap in SP moth monitoring. It is a large capacity trap used in a permanent matrix formation. When used correctly the information from a matrix of funnel traps can help to reduce the frequency and the extent of insecticide treatments