The Method:
Vinegar is a great bait for flies and mosquitoes because of its strong and tasty scent. Especially successful is apple cider vinegar due to its natural fermenting qualities, which attract these insects.
Entrapment: The shampoo in the mixture reduces the surface tension of the vinegar, making it easier for insects to sink when they attempt to land on its surface.
The olive oil creates a slick layer on top of the mixture. Fly and mosquito suffocation caused by the oil occurs as they enter the trap, especially through the holes in the plastic wrap, making it difficult for them to escape.
Observations:
You may use this trap anywhere in the house without fearing harm to your children or pets. Put it somewhere out of reach, though, if spills are a concern.
If the mixture in the trap fills up too much, or if you check
It is recommended that you replace it every few days.
Setting Up: The best place to put up the trap is somewhere warm and shaded where flies and mosquitoes congregate.
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