Insect trapping techniques in Australia are diverse and varied. Traps can range from simple homemade devices to complex, commercially-available systems. Common types of traps used include light traps, sticky traps, pheromone traps, water trap buckets and bait traps.
Light traps use a bright light source to attract insects. These insects are then either collected for further study or killed on contact with the surface of the trap. Sticky traps employ a sticky glue-like substance which captures flying insects as they come into contact with it. Pheromone traps rely on volatile chemicals called pheromones that lure particular species of insect towards them; these chemicals mimic those produced naturally by the target species.
Water trap buckets contain a small amount of water at the bottom; when an insect flies inside, it becomes trapped in the water and is unable to escape again. Bait traps utilize food items as bait – usually something sweet like sugar or honey – to draw in pest species such as ants and cockroaches which then become stuck in the adhesive layer of the trap's walls when attempting to consume it.
These different types of insect trapping techniques are all widely used across Australia depending on what kind of pest is being targeted and where they're found. It is important that whichever technique is chosen, it should be tailored to suit specific needs so that optimal results can be achieved with minimal effort!