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| Tools and Supplies to make homemade bumble bee traps | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plastic bottle or jar | |||
| 2 | Scissors or knife | |||
| 3 | Sugary liquid bait (such as soda or syrup) | |||
| 4 | Yellow paper or tape | |||
| 5 | String or wire | |||
| 6 | Hole punch or sharp object for poking holes | |||
| 7 | Optional: insecticide or soap solution (to kill trapped bees) | |||
How to make homemade bumble bee traps
DIY Bumble Bee Traps: A Step-by-Step Guide for Making Them at Home
Bumblebees are important pollinators for many plants and crops, but sometimes they can become a nuisance, especially if they build their nests in areas where people frequent. If you want to get rid of bumblebees without harming them, you can make your own homemade bumble bee traps. Here’s how:
Step 1: Choose a location for your trap
Bumblebees are attracted to flowers, so choose a location for your trap that is near a flowering plant or tree. Make sure the location is away from areas where people frequently walk or gather, so as not to attract unwanted attention.
Step 2: Cut a hole in a plastic bottle
Take a plastic bottle and cut a hole in the side, about two inches from the top. The hole should be big enough for a bumblebee to enter, but not so big that it can easily escape.
Step 3: Add bait to the trap
Bumblebees are attracted to sweet smells, so add a sweet bait to the trap. You can use sugar water, honey, or fruit juice. Pour the bait into the bottom of the bottle, making sure it covers the bottom.
Step 4: Add a ramp
Bumblebees are not good climbers, so they need a ramp to climb up into the trap. Cut a strip of cardboard or plastic and attach it to the outside of the bottle, leading up to the hole.
Step 5: Hang the trap
Attach a string or wire to the top of the bottle and hang it from a tree branch or other high location. Make sure the trap is secure and won’t fall down.
Step 6: Check the trap regularly
Check the trap regularly to see if any bumblebees have been caught. If you catch a bumblebee, release it far away from your home or garden, so it won’t come back.
By following these simple steps, you can make your own homemade bumble bee trap and safely remove bumblebees from your home or garden.
