This innovative mosquito monitoring trap was developed by BioGents GmbH (Germany) specifically designed to be especially attractive for Aedes (Stegomyia) aegypti, and Aedes (Stegomyia) albopictus. It is also highly effective for a range of other species when used in conjunction with various lures/attractants. Carbon dioxide is not required to catch Aedes aegypti, A. polynesiensis, or A. albopictus, but it can be added as an attractant for other species.

Features of the BG Sentinel Trap:

• Mimics convection currents created by a human body
• Employs attractive visual cues
• Releases artificial skin emanations through a large surface area
• Can be used without CO2 to specifically capture selected mosquito species
• Is an excellent general mosquito trap when used with CO2

The trap is large enough to incorporate additional attractants such as fragrant substances, small living animals, worn clothing, animal hairs, light and heat sources, etc. This makes the trap a very versatile tool for both monitoring and research. Intended use is by professionals only.

EBG201F – The BG Sentinel #2 Full Version Trap

The new version of the BG Sentinel, the BG Sentinel #2, now offers improved features concerning quality and practicality. The Full BG-Sentinel Version Trap comes with mains and 12 volt battery mounting cables – (battery not supplied). It has a unique pop-up design. No tools are required for assembly. It comes with 1x Sweetscent Attractant. Waterproof connectors and intake funnel with shutter.

Contents:

• 1 x Australian 240 V transformer power supply with 1 meter lead
• 1 x Battery mounting cable – (Battery not supplied)
• 1 x White plastic trap
• 1 x Black catch pipe
• 1 x Funnel net
• 2 x catch bags
• 1 x White gauze cover
• 3 x Mounting poles
• 1 x Inner suction tube with mesh pouch for lures
• 1 x 12 volt DC Fan with fan cables
• 1 x EBG502 Biogents Sweetscent Attractant
• 1 x Green carrying bag 40cm diameter x 10cm high

When erected: Height 40cm, Diameter 36cm. Gross weight 1.8kg.

An assembly manual is provided. No tools are required for assembly. The trap draws 200 milliamps.

Lures and Attractants

All kinds of lures can be used with the BG-Sentinel Trap. The lure is placed in the mesh pouch on the outside of the suction tube.

EBG501 Biogents BG-Lure Attractant

Patented Biogents BG-Lure that mimics the scent of human skin. Each lure operational for up to five months. Designated as non-toxic. Attracts blood seeking insects that are of concern to humans, particularly the tiger mosquitoes.

EBG502 Biogents Sweetscent Attractant

Patented Biogents Sweetscent attractant uses the same components as the BG-Lure but is not as strong and lasts only 2 months. Designated as non-toxic. Attracts blood seeking insects that are of concern to humans, particularly the tiger mosquitoes.

Batteries

EED12140 12 Volt 14 Amp Lead Acid Battery: 24 hours continual use with the mosquito trap.

EED12260 12 volt 26 Amp Lead Acid Battery: 48 hours continual use with the mosquito trap.

Replacement Parts

EBG601 Biogents Battery Mounting Cables

Facilitates the use of the 12 volt Sentinel Trap – Overall length 1.5 metres

EBG602 Biogents Extension Cable

The Biogents Extension Cable connects neatly between the BG Sentinel trap and the 240V/12V transformer to provide an additional 20 meters of cable.

EBG603 Biogents White Gauze Cover

EBG604 Biogents Catch Bag

EBG605 Biogents Funnel Net

EBG606 Rain shield for EBG201F (requires poles EBG608)

EBG608 Tent mount poles for rain shield

EBG701 BG-GAT – Gravid Aedes Trap

The BG-GAT (Gravid Aedes Trap) trap was developed by Dr. A. E. Eiras from the Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil and Dr. S. A. Ritchie from the James Cook University, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia. It is a low-cost, passive trap, which serves as an alternative breeding site and uses water and oviposition cues to attract egg-laying female mosquitoes. Once in the trap, the mosquitoes are collected on a sticky surface and die. The trap is easy to set up, mosquitoes specimens are not damaged, and it does not require a power source or surface spray for operation. The trap is also supplied with 2 x LLINs (Long Lasting Insecticide Nets) that also can be used as an option. To see how the trap operates, see this instruction manual.

Contents:

• 1 x Black trap bucket
• 1 x Transparent chamber
• 1 x Black funnel
• 1 x Black net
• 2 x LLIN Long Lasting Insecticide Nets that have been treated with Alphacypermethrin (Refer EBG701NET)

Publications:
Eiras, A.E., Buhagiar, T.S., and Ritchie, S.A. (2014). Development of the Gravid Aedes Trap for the Capture of Adult Female Container: Exploiting Mosquitoes (Diptera: Culicidae). J. Med. Entomol. 51(1): 200-209

Ritchie, S.A., Buhagiar, T.S., Townsend, M., Hoffmann, A., Van den Hurk, A.F., McMahon, J., and Eiras, a.E. (2014) Field Validation of the Gravid Aedes Trap (GAT) for Collection of Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae). J. Med. Entomol. 51(1): 210-219.

Treated Nets for BG-GAT – Gravid Aedes trap

EBG701NET – Long Lasting Insecticide Treated Nets (LLINs)

These long lasting, blue coloured insecticide-treated nets are for use with the BG-GAT-Gravid Aedes Trap as an optional extra.

2 x LLIN nets are:

• 1 x circular approx. 28cm diameter;
• 1 x rectangular about 40 x 10cm.

These nets are used in conjunction with the black net that is supplied with the BG-GAT – Gravid Aedes trap and provide good results. The LLIN nets are treated with Alphacypermethrin.

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