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The Ultimate Mosquito Trap? Meet the Bucket of Doom

Summer is great except when you’re swarmed by blood suckers! Ticks, black flies and mosquitos!

A new trend online has gained lots of attention and maybe it’s something you’ve heard of before! The Bucket Of Doom! They say this is the best DIY trap for mosquitos!

So what is The Bucket Of Doom? It’s basically a trap to kill mosquito’s larvae before they hatch. They don’t kill the adults but it can greatly cut down on reproduction!

Here’s what you’ll need…

A bucket (a standard 5‑gallon one works best)

Water (rainwater is great, but tap water works too)

Leaves, grass, or yard clippings

Mosquito dunks ( available at most hardware or garden stores)

Instructions

Fill the bucket with water
About ¾ full is perfect.

Add some yard debris
Toss in leaves, grass, or sticks.

Drop in a mosquito dunk
This releases a bacteria that kills mosquito larvae.

Place the bucket outside
Put it in a shady spot, near bushes or trees where mosquitoes hang out.

  • Ben Holmes has a deep passion for the culture and community of Nova Scotia and the Maritimes. He believes strongly in the importance of radio and other local media, and the role they play in keeping communities informed, connected, and entertained. He hosts the Afternoon Show on The Hawk in Port Hawkesbury.

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