Insect Light Trap
- Pronunciation
- /IN-sekt laɪt trap/
- Category
- Equipment
- Singular
- Insect Light Trap
- Plural
- Insect Light Traps
Definition
A device that uses light to attract and capture insects, often employed for monitoring or controlling insect populations.
Etymology
Derived from 'insect', from Latin 'insectum' meaning 'cut into, divided' and 'light trap', from Old English 'leoht' meaning 'light' and 'træppe' meaning 'trap'.
Example
The farmer installed several insect light traps around the field to monitor pest activity.
Synonyms
- Light trap
- UV light trap
- Bug zapper
Related Terms
- Pheromone trap
- Sticky trap
- Monitoring
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Usage Notes
Insect light traps are particularly effective for nocturnal insects that are attracted to light, such as moths and certain beetles.