XL Safari Moth Trap

A new larger version of the original Safari Moth Trap
Lightweight and portable
Ideal for travelling

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The XL Safari Moth Trap is a new modified version of the original Safari Moth Trap design with its integral central cone and fabric body with side supports. It features the same extremely lightweight body and versatility, but new features include a larger size (40cm x 34cm), a U-shaped zip opening to make access easier and a geotextile base for extra durability when it is placed on the ground. The trap can be assembled in minutes and can be either hung or tethered on the ground using tent pegs. The larger size means that it can hold more egg boxes than the original model.

The recommended light source for the trap is an ES fitting blacklight or actinic bulb and if preferred you can buy a complete kit. This complete kit has a mains plug for the bulb, with an approx. 8m long cable and bulb. The trap can also be used with LED lighting units.

Trapping is enhanced because the whole body of the unit gives off a shining “UV glow” which makes the best use of low wattage actinic tube lighting.

Dimensions: 40cm (16”) diameter x 34cm (13.5”) tall. Weight: 310g.

Please note: In a small proportion of tropical locations, aggressive biting ants, beetles and hornets may be encountered which might damage the lightweight netting used on this trap. This moth trap does not have a rain shield so do not use mercury vapour or other hot running lamps with it because these may shatter explosively if they come into contact with water. The use of cool running lamps is also advised for attended trapping and public events.

Contents for the Complete XL Moth Trap:

XL Moth Trap
Mains plug with approx. 8 m. long cable
Sylvania Moth Trap Bulb 230V 20W
Three base unit supports

Specification

Dimensions:

Diameter: 40cm (16 inch)
Height: 34cm (13.5 inch)
Electrics cable length: approx 8m

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A reasonable moth trap except for the design issue resulting in dead moths
By sivi 26 Aug 2025 Written for XL Trap only (no electrics or bulb)

So this trap is effective, but I've had to modify the use to try to minimise killing moths and other species. Because of the bulb orientation and the bulb type, moths and Caddis that fall into the bulb structure die. I hadn't noticed it the first few times when I used it, as the catch numbers were really low. But the last time I used it in June, with high catch levels, I had lots of Caddis and veneers dead in the bulb. I was trying to figure out why this was different from my units at work which don't have this problem (two different brands and models) and realised after today's trapping, and discussing the issue with a more experienced moth surveyor, that it was the bulb type and orientation. I didn't catch a much in the bulb last night because I turned the bulb off for a few hour's throughout the night using a timer. This did result in some lower catch numbers, but at least less dead animals. I'm going to try to plug the gap with a cone of baking paper to try to remove the dead void while allowing the bulb to function. If folks can find a different uv bulb without the void to use on this trap, I'd recommend it as a reasonably priced moth trap with a good long power cable to use in your garden. BecauseI'm having to experiment and modify mine, it's 3 stars for me. If the bulb could be orientated the other way around- which would require a redesign. Then it works solved the problem. I've got photos I can share of the issue. But can't seem to upload them here. If anyone at the NHBS can upload them for me, please do email.

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