The
Bug eater is a "long term" solution to mosquitos. It will take up
to 2-4 weeks to decimate the population of females, because it targets the male
(non-biting) mozzie. If you want a quicker fix, then add
the Octenol/lactic lure to your order
Octenol
(1-octen-3-ol) is a chemical used to attract biting insects such as mosquitos.
Other names of Octenol areAmyl vinyl carbinol, 1-Vinylhexanol, Matsutake alcohol,
Vinyl amyl carbinol, Vinyl hexanol, Matsuica alcohol, Mushroom alcohol and 3-Hydroxy-1-octene.
The molecular formula is C8 H16 O
Octenol is produced naturally in human perspiration, and is a naturally occurring by-product that comes from animals that ingest large amounts of vegetable matter, such as cattle. - it is sometimes called "cow's breath" . Lactic Acid is produced by fermentation of sugar. It is a water-white practically odourless, syrupy liquid with an agreeable pure acid taste. Female Mosquitoes - seeking a blood meal to nourish their eggs - have chemoreceptors on their antennae that are stimulated by the scent of lactic acid and subsequently attracted to it
Octenol smells like mushroom, if you don`t like the smell, you can choose not to use it indoors. But it is safe for humans. There may be some (untested) danger if ingested, so keep away from children. Not for human consumption In event of accidental eye contact - flush well with water and seek medical advice Do not store in direct sunlight
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority says:
Octenol is a naturally-occurring compound found in plants, animals, edible fruits and vegetables, widely used as a flavouring ingredient in foods and is approved by the US FDA as a direct food additive, and is also approved by the Council of Europe as an artificial flavouring agent. The active constituent Octenol has been evaluated and approved by the APVMA, and the product has been placed in Schedule 6 of the SUSDP.
Links
Ross River & Barmah Forest Uni of Sydney
Ross River virus and Barmah Forest virus - the facts Victorian government
MOSQUITO-BORNE DISEASES IN VICTORIA
NSW Arbovirus Surveillance & Vector Monitoring Program
Dept of Medical Entomology, University of Sydney and Westmead Hospital, Australia
The Bug Eater is designed
in Australia
Don't buy the cheap imitations that are being imported from China
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