A Cheaper, Lighter Moth Trap (IMAGE)

Entomological Society of America

A Cheaper, Lighter Moth Trap

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Twelve-volt mercury vapor black light traps like the one on the left are heavy and cost between 200-500 dollars apiece. The new LED funnel trap (right) is lightweight and costs about $28.50.

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Entomological Society of America

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