Fruit Fly Sticky Sphere Trap with Hanging Chain

Targeted control for fruit flies and small flying pests

This Fruit Fly Trap and Catcher is designed to help gardeners, orchard owners, and home growers manage fruit flies, hoverflies, gnats, and similar flying insects around fruit-bearing plants and trees. The trap features a highly adhesive sticky sphere that attracts and captures pests as they land, helping to reduce insect pressure in key problem areas.

The spherical design maximizes exposed sticky surface area, increasing the chance of contact from multiple directions. A durable hanging chain is included for secure placement on branches, trellises, hooks, or support posts. An integrated adhesive flexboard helps maintain stable positioning of the sphere, allowing you to orient the trap for optimal exposure to flying insect activity. The trap operates without the need to specify chemical attractants, making it suitable for growers seeking a straightforward, mechanical pest control tool.

Use the trap as part of a broader integrated pest management strategy: hang it near citrus trees, berry bushes, vegetable beds, or storage areas where fruit is kept. It can serve both as an active control measure and as a monitoring tool to gauge insect pressure over time, allowing you to respond before infestations escalate.

Why It's a Smart Choice

• Focused pest reduction - Helps capture fruit flies, hoverflies, and gnats directly where they congregate around fruit.
• Flexible placement - Hanging chain and flexboard allow easy positioning at different heights and locations outdoors.
• Chemical-free mechanical action - Relies on a sticky surface to trap insects, supporting low-impact pest management approaches.

FAQ

Q: Where should I hang the trap for best results?
A: Position the trap close to fruit-bearing branches or near areas where you regularly see fruit flies and similar insects, ideally at or slightly above canopy level.

Q: Can this be used in greenhouses or covered areas?
A: Yes. It can be hung in greenhouses, tunnels, or covered patios, provided it is placed where flying insects are active and is protected from direct contact with non-target surfaces.

Q: How do I know when to replace the trap?
A: Replace or clean the trap when the sticky surface is largely covered with insects or debris, or when it no longer feels tacky enough to capture pests effectively.

Q: Is this safe to use around edible crops?
A: The trap functions through physical adhesion only. Hang it so it does not touch the fruit directly and follow your usual hygiene and harvesting practices.