Having a flying insect trap can be an important part of keeping your home and property free from annoying pests. Flying insects such as fruit flies, gnats, and houseflies can be difficult to control, especially if your home has open windows and doors, or you have vegetable or flower gardens.
Using indoor sticky flying traps is an effective, low-cost way of removing these pests from your environment. These traps come in a variety of shapes and sizes, including the traditional “fly swatter” trap and more advanced units which may include light and a fan. The traps are designed to attract insects using a light source or a bait, and then capture them in a container when they enter.
Compared to other methods, fly traps are convenient, safe, and inexpensive. By setting a fly trap up in your backyard or near areas where you’ve been having trouble, you can substantially reduce the number of flies in your environment. For example, if you have a vegetable garden, you can use a fly trap to collect any pests that enter the garden before they are able to cause any damage to your crops.
We also know that dealing with dead flying insects caught in a trap can be quite the hassle, especially if you’re an environmentally-conscious person. To minimize the environmental impact of these creatures, it’s important to know the best way to dispose of them.
Here are some tips to help you safely and responsibly dispose of dead flying insects that are caught in a trap :
1. Double-bag the Insects: The first step is to double-bag the dead or dying insects. One major reason to double-bag the insects is to contain the smell of insects. Sticky fly traps use attractants that bugs are naturally drawn to, often pheromones, to lure them into the trap. This results in a lot of dead bugs in a small area and can create an unpleasant smell. Double-bagging the insects helps to contain that smell and reduce the overall unpleasantness.
Double-bagging the insects also helps to contain them with the sticky trap. If you don’t double-bag the insects, they may escape or even wriggle free. This can be particularly problematic if the sticky fly trap is being used around food or areas where you don’t want to risk having live bugs wandering around.
2. Place in Garbage Bin: Once the insects are securely double-bagged, you can place the bag into a lidded garbage bin. Make sure to seal the bin tightly so that no more pests can get in.
3. Disinfect the Trap: After disposing of the insects, you should clean and disinfect the trap to prevent further infestations. Use a disinfectant cleaner that is safe to use on the trap and on any other surfaces that the insects may have come into contact with.
4. Dispose of Any Remaining Waste: If there is any residue or waste left over from the trap, make sure to dispose of it in an appropriate way. For example, any insecticide or poison should not be thrown in the garbage bin or left around the house.
By following these steps, you can ensure that you are safely and responsibly disposing of the dead flying insects caught in a trap. Doing your part to properly dispose of these creatures helps to ensure that our environment will stay healthy for future generations!
