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  • From: MCW <mcw AT czeiszperger.org>
  • To: "Internetworkers: http://www.ibiblio.org/internetworkers/" <internetworkers AT lists.ibiblio.org>
  • Subject: Re: [internetworkers] mosquito treatment
  • Date: Thu, 1 Jul 2004 14:11:02 -0400

On Thursday 01 July 2004 11:00 am, Lee Haslup wrote:
> I'm surprised that nobody has mentioned the UV bug zappers. They are
> extremely ineffective for control of biting insects. In fact, some
> studies have suggested that they attract more insects than they dispose
> of so you have *more* bugs in your yard it you have a bug zapper.
> Still, there is something satisfying about the flash, the sizzling noise
> and the slight aroma of charred flesh. You still get bitten but you
> also get *revenge*.

On a related note, don't ever get a Japanese beetle trap. My neighbor 4 doors
down is having a terrible time with the beetles this year, while I have seen
very few. The difference? They have a Japanese beetle trap :)

Maria





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